The Difference Between Drive and Motivation and Why Parents Should Care

Today I found myself researching a rather fascinating topic…the difference between drive and motivation. To make a long story short, I could not find any scientific research that defined a difference. I could only find theories and opinions. However, there are some very well thought out theories and opinions out there. I recommend after reading […]

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How to Help a Child with Self-Management

Self-management encompasses all aspects of controlling your emotions in public and in private. Based on Daniel Goleman’s competency model this includes 6 behaviors: Keeping disruptive emotions and impulses in check Having integrity when no one is looking Coping with change with a positive and flexible attitude Being self-motivated to continuously improve oneself Taking initiative to […]

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The 4 Elements that Drive the Development of Self-Motivation

Yesterday I wrote about the moment when self-motivation takes over in an young athletes life. In order for this moment to come, there are four elements that must first exist. One or more goals A strong desire to achieve those goals One or more sacrifices that when made moves one closer to achieve those goals […]

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