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Dr. David Yeager: How to Master Growth Mindset to Improve Performance

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Motivation and Purpose in Learning and Work

The concept of purpose in learning and work can be more motivating than the promise of future material rewards. Instead of focusing on suffering now for a potential financial benefit in the future, the purpose condition emphasizes the immediate value of acquiring knowledge or skills to make a difference or contribute to others. This approach shifts the focus from delayed material compensation to the intrinsic reward of feeling like a good person and being prepared to do something significant. By framing learning and work as opportunities to develop meaningful skills and make societal contributions, individuals can find motivation and fulfillment in the pursuit itself.

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