Extrinsic motivation
Extrinsic motivation is the drive to do sport for external factors: rewards, status, other people's approval.
Definition
The driver is a result outside the process: medals, money, approval. It works, but when it dominates it makes motivation brittle and raises anxiety.
How it shows up in sport
A strong dependence on results and other people's opinions deepens fear of losing and the pressure of expectation.
Related tests
A tilt toward extrinsic motivation is visible in the tests section.
Exercises
Focus is moved back to the process by self-talk cues and working with your inner dialogue.
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When you need a personal review
If the challenge recurs, affects results, or causes strong tension for the athlete, it is better to discuss it with a specialist. Sports Talk helps you find a psychologist and a format that fits the sport, age and upcoming calendar.