Is it burnout, is it capitalism, or are you just lazy? (Spoiler: it’s not the last one.)

In this episode, Kristin and Laura unpack what motivation actually is — and why we keep expecting ourselves to push through exhaustion like it’s a personal failure. Guided by Self-Determination Theory (SDT), they explore:

• The difference between high vs low quality motivation

• Why guilt and shame don't lead to lasting change

• How our basic psychological needs shape behavior

• What happens when society conflicts with human motivation

• Neurodivergence, hyperfocus, and demand avoidance

From dishwasher-loading rules to existential dread and fascism, it’s all here. If you’ve ever wondered why you “just can’t make yourself do it,” this episode offers answers — and maybe a little permission to be kinder to yourself.

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