
Arie Kruglanski
Distinguished psychologist and University of Maryland professor whose research focuses on motivation, goals, radicalization, and the quest for significance.
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Sep 4, 2023 • 1h 12min
Our Quest to Feel Significant And How It Affects Our Behavior | Arie Kruglanski PhD
Arie Kruglanski, Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of Maryland, discusses the universal drive for significance and its impact on motivation, cognition, and behavior. He explores the cognitive representation of goals, the interconnectedness of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, and his research on radicalization. The podcast also touches on the significance of behavior, the importance of rhythm in music, and the challenges of creating a sense of purpose.

Sep 18, 2025 • 1h 14min
Eight Years Grooving: Our Quest to Feel Significant | Arie Kruglanski PhD (Republish)
Arie Kruglanski, a distinguished psychologist and professor at the University of Maryland, dives into the powerful role of motivation in our lives. He highlights how the quest for significance drives human behavior, from childhood to adulthood, influencing everything from personal goals to social movements. Kruglanski explains his 3N Model of Radicalization, emphasizing how intrinsic and extrinsic motivations intertwine. He also discusses the need for constructive alternatives to violence and offers hopeful insights on redirecting powerful drives through education.


