People are happiest and most successful when inspired by intrinsic motivations. Finding the pleasure in a project makes you more open and creative, too.
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01/19/21 • 6 min
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The Gratitude Diaries - Keep Yourself Going
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Welcome to the Gratitude Diaries, a production of My Heart Radio. Hi. I'm Janice Caplan. Thanks for joining me for more practical ideas on how to be happier. Today's tip try to find some internal motivations for your work rather than external ones. With the right attitude, anything you do can feel more fun and gratifying. The other night, I was lying in bed with my husband and we were doing a crossword puzzle together. We kept asking each other f
Keep Yourself Going Top Questions Answered
How can internal motivations make work more enjoyable?
Internal motivations can make work more enjoyable by providing a sense of gratification and making it feel fun.
What can engaging in activities for intrinsic satisfaction do for us?
Engaging in activities for intrinsic satisfaction can make us happier.
Do external rewards have any impact on creativity and the enjoyment of an activity?
Yes, external rewards can stifle creativity and diminish the pleasure of an activity.
Can holding competitions for new ideas lead to mediocre outcomes?
Yes, holding competitions for new ideas can result in mediocre outcomes.
Can expressing gratitude and pleasure in someone's work be as effective as giving a small bonus?
Yes, expressing thanks, gratitude, and pleasure in someone's work can be just as effective as giving a small bonus.
What brings the greatest satisfaction in terms of motivation?
Being motivated by pride and accomplishment, along with others' appreciation, brings the greatest satisfaction.
What did a famous experiment involving a candle, matches, and thumbtacks show about being focused on monetary reward?
The experiment showed that being focused on a monetary reward led to slower problem-solving.
How does engagement in something intrinsically interesting affect the mind's ability to find solutions?
When engaged in something intrinsically interesting, the mind is more open to finding bigger solutions.
Can being open to exploration and problem-solving lead to greater happiness and better performance?
Yes, being open to exploration and problem-solving can lead to greater happiness and better performance.
How can experiencing the benefits of sheer intrinsic pleasure be achieved?
To experience the benefits, it's important to find at least one thing to do for sheer intrinsic pleasure.
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