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We've all experienced that frustrating feeling of knowing that we should be doing something, and yet struggling to take action. Join Forrest and Dr. Rick as they explore how we can overcome avoidance and procrastination, unlock our motivation, and cultivate a "pursuit mindset."\xa0\nThey discuss intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, why extrinsic motivations aren\u2019t such a bad thing, and how we can use our important values to set better goals and shape our behavior. You\u2019ll learn why procrastination is based on fear, how to orient toward pursuit and see yourself as an agent of change, and the key role \u201cgetting good at liking\u201d plays in this process.\nWatch the Episode: Prefer watching video? You\xa0can watch this episode on YouTube.\nKey Topics:\n0:00: Introduction\n2:05: Intrinsic vs. external motivation\n10:00: Identifying your intrinsic or \u201cnoncontingent\u201d motivations\n15:00: Self-determination theory (SDT)\n19:35: Pursuit and prey orientation\n28:25: The psychological function of procrastination\n35:35: Learning what you like, and focusing on it\n42:25: Meaning, purpose, pleasure, and satisfaction\n46:20: Recap\nSupport the Podcast: We're now on Patreon! If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link.\nSponsors:\nGo to BrioAirPurifier.com and use code BEINGWELL to save $100 on a Brio Air Purifier.\nFinally get that project off the ground with Squarespace! Head to squarespace.com/beingwell for a free trial, and when you\u2019re ready to launch use coupon code BEINGWELL to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.\nJoin over a million people using BetterHelp, the world\u2019s largest online counseling platform. Visit betterhelp.com/beingwell for 10% off your first month!\nWant to sleep better? Try the Calm app! Visit calm.com/beingwell for 40% off a premium subscription.\nConnect with the show:\n\nSubscribe on iTunes\n\nFollow Forrest on YouTube\n\nFollow us on Instagram\n\nFollow Forrest on Instagram\n\nFollow Rick on Facebook\n\nFollow Forrest on Facebook\n\nVisit Forrest's website