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How to motivate yourself and others, with Wendy Grolnick, PhD, and Frank Worrell, PhD

Speaking of Psychology

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Understanding Motivation and its Influences

The chapter delves into the misconceptions around motivation being an inherent trait, emphasizing how it is influenced by interests, context, and internal motives. It highlights the significance of autonomy, competence, and connection in fostering motivation, and the detrimental effects of external rewards and fixed smartness praise on intrinsic motivation. The discussion also explores the role of competition and cooperation in motivation, emphasizing the creation of supportive environments with high expectations and feedback for sustained motivation.

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