Emotions play a crucial role in motivation, often serving as a driving force that propels us toward our goals.
When properly harnessed, emotions can turn vague intentions into concrete actions and sustain our momentum during challenging times.
The benefits of positive emotions, such as enthusiasm, excitement, or love for a particular activity, are well-known.
But not all motivating emotions are positive, and even negative emotions can be powerful motivators when approached mindfully.
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Author: Dr Jeremy Dean
Psychologist, Jeremy Dean, PhD is the founder and author of PsyBlog. He holds a doctorate in psychology from University College London and two other advanced degrees in psychology. He has been writing about scientific research on PsyBlog since 2004. View all posts by Dr Jeremy Dean