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Summary

In this episode, Andrew and his wife discuss the demotivating effects of extrinsic rewards and the importance of pursuing creativity for its own sake. They explore the impact of social media on motivation and the need to approach hobbies and crafts with confidence and passion. They also touch on the role of rewards in neurodivergent individuals and the potential benefits of using rewards for certain tasks. The conversation concludes with a reminder to commit fully to pursuits and to prioritize creativity over external validation.

Keywords

extrinsic rewards, creativity, social media, motivation, neurodivergent, commitment

Takeaways

Extrinsic rewards can be demotivating, especially when they become the sole focus of a creative pursuit.

Social media can create a cycle of seeking external validation, leading to a decline in motivation.

Creativity should be pursued for its own sake, without the pressure of monetization or social media success.

For neurodivergent individuals, some tasks may require the use of extrinsic rewards to provide motivation.

Commitment and confidence are key to achieving success and fulfillment in creative endeavors.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Busy Schedules

03:03 Providing Value on Patreon

08:28 The Demotivating Effects of Extrinsic Rewards

11:22 Rewards and Motivation in Neurodivergent Individuals

13:10 The Impact of Social Media on Motivation

16:02 The Importance of Pursuing Creativity for Its Own Sake

18:06 Commitment and Confidence in Creative Pursuits

21:28 Conclusion and Call to Action