Psychology of Motivation

Motivation Theories

• Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: Human needs are categorized into five levels, from basic physiological needs to self-actualization.
• Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory: Motivation is influenced by two factors: hygiene factors (extrinsic) and motivator factors (intrinsic).
• Self-Determination Theory: Autonomy, competence, and relatedness are three innate psychological needs that drive motivation.

Emotional Regulation

• Definition: The process of controlling and managing emotional responses to achieve goals and well-being.
• Strategies:
  • Reappraisal: reinterpreting emotions in a more positive light.
  • Suppression: concealing emotional expressions.
  • Expression: openly showing emotions.

Intrinsic Motivation

• Definition: Engaging in an activity for personal enjoyment, interest, or satisfaction.
• Characteristics:
  • Autonomy: sense of control and volition.
  • Competence: feeling effective and capable.
  • Relatedness: feeling connected to others.

Emotional Intelligence

• Definition: The ability to recognize and understand emotions in oneself and others, and to use this awareness to guide thought and behavior.
• Components:
  • Self-awareness: recognizing one's own emotions.
  • Self-regulation: controlling one's own emotions.
  • Motivation: using emotions to drive motivation.
  • Empathy: recognizing and understanding others' emotions.
  • Social skills: applying emotional intelligence in social interactions.

Extrinsic Motivation

• Definition: Engaging in an activity for external rewards, recognition, or pressures.
• Examples:
  • Monetary rewards
  • Social recognition
  • Fear of punishment
  • Competition