Modern Wisdom #447 - Ayelet Fishbach - The Psychology Of Human Motivation
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Mar 14, 2022 
Ayelet Fishbach, a Professor of Behavioral Science and Marketing at the University of Chicago, unpacks the complex world of human motivation. She reveals why traditional goal-setting often fails and shares insights on maintaining New Year's resolutions. Ayelet explains the importance of intrinsic motivation and how to manage dips in enthusiasm. She discusses overcoming reliance on willpower and the role of feedback in relationships. Listeners will learn how to align their goals with genuine passion for better results.
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Intrinsic Motivation for Resolutions
- Focus on intrinsic motivation when setting resolutions.
- Choose activities that feel enjoyable and intrinsically rewarding in the moment.
Process Over Outcomes
- Goals are necessary for setting resolutions, but process matters more than we realize.
- Start with a goal, but adjust the process to make it intrinsically enjoyable.
Change Your Situation
- Change your situation instead of trying to change yourself.
- It's easier to modify your environment than your personality.
