Extrinsic motivation is one of the two types of motivation, which are: Intrinsic Motivation Extrinsic Motivation In contrast to Intrinsic Motivation, which in short – refers to self-motivation or motivation from within, Extrinsic Motivation refers to action or behavior performed in the hopes of receiving an external reward or outcome. This form of motivation differs … [Read more...] about Extrinsic Motivation
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Intrinsic Motivation
Intrinsic motivation is one of the two types of motivation, which are Intrinsic Motivation Extrinsic Motivation Intrinsic and Extrinsic motivation are completely in contrast with each other in the manner they work. In short, intrinsic motivation refers to getting motivated from the inside or self-motivation. On the other hand, extrinsic motivation refers to the … [Read more...] about Intrinsic Motivation
Motivational Cycle
Motivation cycle is a transition of states within an organism that propels the organism toward the satisfaction of a particular need, where motivation itself is considered a hypothesized state. Psychologists use the concept of need to describe the motivational properties of behavior. The state of motivation is further comprised of four different states, which takes place in … [Read more...] about Motivational Cycle
Types of Motivation: Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation
Motivation can be defined as a reason (or reasons) which leads an individual to act in a certain way. The phenomenon of motivation isn’t limited to just humans, and occurs in every organism living. The reasons might not always be the same between two individuals acting in a certain way, but almost every action is directed by certain motivation. [Related Reading: Motivational … [Read more...] about Types of Motivation: Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation
Conflicts of Motives
In psychology, “A conflict is the anticipated frustration entailed in the choice of either alternative.” – Coleman. The conflict that occurs within an individual and is affected by his motives is dubbed as Conflicts of Motives. This form of conflict occurs in an intrapersonal level. Even if the concept is new to you, the phenomenon however is natural and occurs in … [Read more...] about Conflicts of Motives