Motivation deficit syndrome
Motivation deficit syndrome – refers to a condition characterized by a chronic lack of motivation, energy, or willingness to engage in tasks, even those that are necessary or rewarding. It is not an officially recognized medical diagnosis but is often used informally to describe individuals who exhibit persistent apathy, low drive, or procrastination without a clear medical or psychological cause.
The two main types of motivation are frequently described as being either extrinsic or intrinsic:
1. Extrinsic motivation arises from outside of the individual and often involves external rewards such as trophies, money, social recognition, or praise.
2. Intrinsic motivation is internal and arises from within the individual, such as doing a complicated crossword puzzle purely for the gratification of solving a problem.
Here are some examples of how you can apply ritual and routine to get motivated:
1. Exercise more consistently: Use the same warm up routine in the gym.
2. Become more creative: Follow a creative ritual before you start writing or painting or singing.
3. Start each day stress-free: Create a five-minute morning meditation ritual.
4. Sleep better: Follow a “power down” routine before bed.
Understanding motivation is important in many areas of life beyond psychology, from parenting to the workplace. You may want to set the best goals and establish the right reward systems to motivate others as well as to increase your own motivation.
Kendra Cherry. (2023). Motivation: The Driving Force Behind Our Actions. Retrieved from: https://shorturl.at/QPTiK.
James Clear. (2023). Motivation: The Scientific Guide on How to Get and Stay Motivated. Retrieved from: https://shorturl.at/AxACH.