The Importance of Non-Coercive Motivation

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Self-coercion is a way of planning your behavior in a top-down way. Elon Musk says there's a better way to do it, but the time would take might not be worth it. If you have problems with procrastination or low self-worth, then these can all be symptoms of a coercive mindset and should be avoided.

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What is non-self-coercion? What's so bad about coercing ourselves to do things we don't want to do? What is "the reconsolidation pyramid"? What are the differences between being heaven-oriented and enlightenment-oriented? What does it mean to scale trust?

Matt Goldenberg is the creator of Procrastination Playbook and the Head of Marketing at the Monastic Academy for the Preservation of Life on Earth. He spends his time meditating, helping people heal their emotional wounds, and working to prevent existential risks. Contact him via Twitter at @mattgoldenberg or via email at matt@procrastinationplaybook.net.

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