Why we can’t seem to motivate ourselves
At a basic level, there are three elements of motivation.
- Self-confidence or self-efficacy. The feeling that you can do this.
- Finding the task unpleasant.
- Sensitivity to time. We're sensitive to when rewards are realized.
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