Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation
Manage episode 517274269 series 3665988
We explore how preparation shapes emotion, how intrinsic and extrinsic motivation trade places under pressure, and how finding your why can turn hard requirements into meaningful steps. A personal story about losing and reclaiming the love of singing grounds practical tools for students and professionals.
• preparation as the foundation of confidence and follow-through
• distinguishing intrinsic and extrinsic motivation with real examples
• how hobbies change when they become professions
• using meaning and purpose to restore intrinsic drive
• teaching practical skills to shift from curiosity to application
• visualization and small wins for extrinsically driven goals
• trusting intuition to build durable confidence
Chapters
1. Emotions, Preparation, and Motivation (00:00:00)
2. Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Clarity (00:00:35)
3. When Passion Turns Into Pressure (00:02:48)
4. Finding Your Why to Reignite Joy (00:06:43)
5. Teaching Application and Real-World Skills (00:08:46)
6. Visualizing Goals When Drive Is Extrinsic (00:10:56)
7. Bite-Sized Progress and Lasting Motivation (00:13:32)
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