checking my motives

Matthew 6:1, in the NASB reads "Beware of practicing your righteousness before men to be noticed by them; otherwise you have no reward with your Father who is in Heaven." This verse stood out to me and it made me think. I had to check my motives on certain things. I guess it is kind of hard for me to do all things for the right reason. And honestly, it's hard for me not to want praise from people after doing something, for example, singing. It is important to do things for Him, I know, but I think that my motive is just as important. For if my motive is to exalt self, then it's not for Him anyway...bye.