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Studies conflict as to whether external rewards inhibit internal incentive, and whether they should be used for motivation.

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From loads of clutter and unmade beds, when someone stops caring about these things in their home, it's a red flag.

As many head back to work, fresh starts can open the door to change. But maintaining lasting momentum depends on what we build after the novelty wears off.

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Progress doesn’t always come with loud wins or dramatic changes. Sometimes, it shows up quietly—in how you think, choose, and ...

When people facing uncertainty about an important identity goal are nudged to question the validity of their own doubts, their commitment to that goal actually increases.