Extrinsic motivation

Extrinsic motivation is an action undertaken because of a reward, punishment, evaluation, pressure or other factor external to the activity itself.

Definition

External motivation is not bad in itself. It can trigger action, organize responsibilities and support goals, especially at the beginning. Its quality depends on whether it remains solely pressure or is partially internalized and connected to values, a sense of meaning or responsibility.

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Practice and life

For a task you do "because you have to", ask: What personal meaning or value can I attach to it, even if the starting stimulus is external?

Common misunderstanding

It is a mistake to despise external motivation. It is also a mistake to base the entire long-term change solely on pressure, punishments and rewards.

Questions for self-reflection

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