Understanding Extrinsic vs Intrinsic Motivation

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What are the two main types of motivation mentioned in the text?

Extrinsic and intrinsic

What is intrinsic motivation naturally found inside all of us?

Yes

How does our brain decide whether a task is worth doing?

Our brain takes in lots of information and processes it to decide if a task is worth doing.

What is a great first step suggested in the text to motivate oneself?

Ask yourself why you are doing something. Signup and view all the answers

How can understanding your own motivations help in improving them?

Understanding motivations can help in optimizing and directing natural motivation. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation.

Intrinsic motivation is driven by the enjoyment of an activity itself, while extrinsic motivation involves pursuing a task as a means to an end, like for rewards. Signup and view all the answers

How does the overjustification effect impact motivation and performance?

The overjustification effect occurs when additional extrinsic motivators hinder intrinsic drive, leading to lower motivation and performance. Signup and view all the answers

Why is intrinsic motivation considered more effective for long-term engagement?

Research indicates that enjoyment of pursuing goals predicts persistence more than focusing on outcomes. Signup and view all the answers

Give an example of a situation where a person's motivation is influenced by both intrinsic and extrinsic factors.

Studying for an exam out of curiosity for the subject (intrinsic) and aiming for good grades (extrinsic). Signup and view all the answers

When can adding extrinsic rewards be beneficial for motivation?

Adding extrinsic rewards can be beneficial for tasks perceived as tedious or uninteresting, providing sufficient justification and reducing the daunting feeling. Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Understanding our own motivations is crucial for improvement, as we are motivated by different reasons.
There are two main types of motivation: extrinsic and intrinsic.
Extrinsic motivation is driven by external rewards like prizes, while intrinsic motivation comes from internal rewards like satisfaction and accomplishment.
Intrinsic motivation is naturally present in all individuals and is very powerful.
Our brains determine the worth of a task by processing information through specific brain areas and chemicals.
To enhance motivation, start by asking yourself why you are doing something to better understand your motivations.
Optimizing and directing natural motivation begins with understanding what motivates you.