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Andrew Huberman

01/30/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Intermittent reinforcement, such as varying the schedule of rewards, can effectively maintain motivation and prevent burnout in the pursuit of goals.

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How to Increase Motivation & Drive | Huberman Lab Essentials

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How to Increase Motivation & Drive | Huberman Lab Essentials

01/30/25

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Andrew Huberman

01/30/25

@ Andrew Huberman

To sustain motivation, it's beneficial to occasionally blunt the reward response for intermediate goals, preventing dopamine crashes and maintaining a healthy pursuit of long-term objectives.

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Jordan Peterson

11/02/17

@ Jocko Podcast

You need to treat your schedule as a design for the days you want, balancing obligations with rewards. This approach helps maintain motivation and sustainability over time.

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Andrew Huberman

10/07/20

@ Lewis Howes

The key to sustaining effort in any process is to reward the effort itself, especially during challenging moments, rather than just the outcomes.

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Andrew Huberman

07/20/20

@ Rich Roll

The process of self-rewarding for small milestones can provide the energy and focus needed to pursue larger goals, creating a cycle of motivation and achievement.

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Robert Greene

10/09/22

@ Lewis Howes

When pursuing a long-term goal, focus on smaller, achievable tasks to maintain motivation and avoid feeling overwhelmed.

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Kevin Hale

03/25/17

@ Y Combinator

Avoid crunch periods that can demoralize employees; instead, create a sustainable work environment that allows for recovery and long-term productivity.

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Andrew Huberman

10/07/20

@ Lewis Howes

Balancing the pursuit of goals with moments of gratitude and reflection is crucial for maintaining happiness and avoiding burnout.

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Sam Altman

09/28/16

@ Y Combinator

Burnout often results from a lack of momentum rather than overworking; working on things that are interesting and successful energizes you.

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Dr. Sarah Wakeman

05/22/25

@ The Diary Of A CEO

Positive reinforcement of desired behaviors is a more effective motivator for change than punishment, which often leads to resistance.