Ep. 261 - The Doctor Is In Series - Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Motivators

The Social-Engineer Podcast

Welcome to the Social-Engineer Podcast: The Doctor Is In Series – where we will discuss understandings and developments in the field of psychology.

In today’s episode, Chris and Abbie are discussing Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivation. They will talk about the differences your source of motivation can have on your behavior and state of mind. [June 3, 2024]

00:00 - Intro

00:18 - Dr. Abbie Maroño Intro

00:35 - Intro Links

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03:35 - The Topic of the Day: Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Motivators

05:19 - Foundational Differences

07:19 - The Pitfalls of Extrinsic Motivation

09:29 - The Overjustification Effect

13:29 - The Intrinsic Difference

16:47 - Where Passion Lies

19:43 - Wellbeing is Intrinsic

22:07 - Situational Influence

27:57 - Passion and Warfare

30:04 - The Maladaptive Difference

33:02 - Avoidance

35:29 - High Risk!

38:31 - Self-reflection

40:31 - Smash That Extrinsic Button!

44:08 - ...A Life Well Lived

46:11 - We Should Grow!

49:15 - Wrap Up

49:40 - Next Month: Psychological Myths

50:06 - Outro

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