Motivation is about Joy Not Discipline

Do you ever feel like traditional punishment and reward style motivational tactics do absolutely nothing for you? 

You’re not alone. A lot of people respond better to intrinsic rather than acquired motivation. Meaning you’re far more likely to go for a jog because you want to rather than because you promised to put $5 in your reward fund if you went for a jog. 

Sometimes motivation is about joy or purpose and nothing to with rewards or punishments. 

I've been thinking about joy and happiness in general and how it contributes to our overall productivity. This week’s episode is about the role joy plays in our motivation. 

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