Perception and Performance
Changing our perception of proximity can significantly enhance our motivation and self-efficacy, making tasks seem less daunting. By embracing the perception-reality gap, individuals can harness this psychological shift to improve their performance, especially during different stages of goal achievement. Focusing on the beginning and end of a goal can evoke unique motivational responses that drive us forward.In this clip
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The Science of Setting and Achieving Goals | Emily Balcetis | Knowledge Project Podcast
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