Why We Do What We Do
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What’s it about?
Why we lose motivation when controlled by rewards and punishments, and how satisfying our needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness unlocks lasting drive and fulfillment.
You’ll learn
- Rewards can kill intrinsic motivation
- Autonomy fuels engagement and creativity
- Competence requires optimal challenges
- Relatedness deepens commitment and joy