The present article reviews effective self-motivation techniques, based on findings cited in a paper by Fishbach, published in the December 2021 issue of Motivation Science. Self-motivation means ...

When something doesn't naturally interest you, you may perceive it as boring, irrelevant, or uncomfortable. This is because of your intrinsic motivation—motivation based on the inherent satisfaction ...

Disappear for a while and focus on self-improvement. Work on yourself quietly and return as a stronger, more empowered ...

Motivation is a complex process informed by many factors that work together to make the desire to pursue a task appealing. If any of those factors are off, you may find the idea of continuing to ...

Scanning is a form of attention that allows the footballer to take advantage of a time-limited opportunity, where decisions ...

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A new study published in the journal Mental Health and Physical Activity has shown that a combination of step tracking and mindfulness training could improve motivation to exercise. The randomized ...

If you’re an entrepreneur, you know that you have plenty at stake in the early stages of your start-up company. You need to focus on meeting crucial deadlines and maintaining forward momentum. One of ...