The Psychology of Motivation

Motivation is what causes us to take action and reach our goals. In this week's newsletter, learn more about exactly what motivation is, some of the key differences between extrinsic and intrinsic motivation and a few of the surprising things that you can do to increase your motivation.

 

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us The Psychology of Motivation Motivation is what causes us to take action and reach our goals. In this week's newsletter, learn more about exactly what motivation is, some of the key differences between extrinsic and intrinsic motivation and a few of the surprising things that you can do to increase your motivation.   Kendra Cherry Psychology Expert Motivation: The Psychological Factors That Guide Behavior   Motivation is the force that guides our behaviors, but why exactly are we motivated to do the things we do? Discover what psychologists have learned. READ NOW What Do Your Dreams Really Mean?   Do dreams really reveal your hidden fears and desires, or are they just reflections of daily life? Here's what some of the top experts have to say. READ NOW Vygotsky's Sociocultural Theory: What You Should Know   Sociocultural theory is a theory of development that stress the important of socialization on cognitive development. Learn more about sociocultural theory. READ NOW 6 Key Theories of Motivation   Motivation is the force that guides and maintains goal-oriented behaviors. Learn more about some of the major theories of motivation. READ NOW Featured Articles • Racism, Language and Political Correctness in Germany • Don't Forget the Fire Extinguisher: Life in an Ancient Roman Apartment • Final Fight: Battle of Eutaw Springs • Japanese Expressions about Shopping • Why Radioactive Decay Occurs • Secret Words and Codes - Nazi-Speech and Numeric Combinations • Why You Shouldn't Mix Bleach with Alcohol or Acetone • 29 Patriotic Quotes for Remembrance Day Advertisement About Psychology  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Psychology newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.