Food for thought, if you think you're making progress, will you make more progress in comparison to when you think you're not making progress?

I think the answer is very individual, some people will take the attitude of "im making great progress" and ease off a little. Some will think "im making great progress" and be motivated to do more.

Visa versa

"im making poor progress" might motivate one person but demotivate someone else.

Its all your perspective