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

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.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Nicole Lipkin writes about the psychology of work and leadership. We say the word “should” so often we don’t even realize its ...

Physical education is increasingly recognised as a vital arena for promoting lifelong physical activity and overall well‐being. Central to this endeavour is the understanding of how motivation, shaped ...

Every January, offices quietly reset. New planners appear on desks. Fresh notebooks open in meetings. To-do lists look neater ...

Lack of motivation in eating disorders often reflects fear, avoidance, or impaired insight, not unwillingness. Many people ...

Action is everything — especially consistent action. We can plan till the cows come home, but nothing happens until we act. Research has shown that if you take action without purpose, it can ...

Researchers suggest that, from a clinical perspective, the findings provide mechanistic insight into motivational deficits central to psychiatric disorders.

In a culture that celebrates constant productivity, slowing down is often mistaken for laziness. Yet, psychology shows that what looks like procrastination, avoidance, or lack of motivation often ...