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Developing a self-motivated brain
From the course: Brain-Based Strategies for Professional Success
Developing a self-motivated brain
- Ever feel like your motivation just disappears, like a light switch suddenly turned off? you are not alone. Whether you're chasing a deadline, trying to build a habit or simply getting through the day, motivation can feel frustratingly unpredictable. But what if it wasn't something you had to wait for? What if you could actually turn it on by understanding how your brain work? New research in neuroscience is showing us that intrinsic motivation when we do something because we find it interesting or meaningful, is not just a personality trait. It's a dynamic brain trait. Let's get a little into the science first and then into how you can train your brain to get there more often. When your motivation runs dry, it's more than just about being tired or distracted. It's actually three networks in your brain going offline. The salience network, your brain's radar for what matters, stops flagging your goal as important.…
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Enhancing executive presence and self-connection3m 11s
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Developing a self-motivated brain2m 49s
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Overcoming bias blindness3m 18s
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Targeting the brain to improve collective intelligence3m 54s
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How the brain reads people: Unlocking social intuition3m 44s
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Implementing brain-based transformational leadership3m 57s
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