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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
91 episodes
If you want to support on Patreon we'd appreciate it. If you have any questions or want to submit a story email questions@workshoptherapypodcast.com If you are considering therapy please consider checking out Betterhelp.com through this affiliate link where you will get a free week with your initial subscription.
Books We Recommend
Essentialism By Greg McKeown - https://amzn.to/3Whd7PD
Effortless By Greg McKeown- https://amzn.to/4djdHmC
Punished By Rewards - https://amzn.to/3zGSc0z
Check out the social medias
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
91 episodes
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