Why we behave the way we behave This perspective is the easiest to explain. In life, we observe people, imitate people, and learn from their experiences. Why? Because we somehow desire to achieve what others have achieved or to avoid the suffering others have experienced. Do you, sometimes, pretend that you are this actress whomContinue reading “Social Perspective”
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Cognitive Perspective
Why we behave the way we behave The cognitive views of motivation stress that human behavior is influenced by people’s beliefs and expectations about themselves and their environment. This perspective is composed of several theories: a. Expectancy – value theory How do I perform what is expected of me? I am expected to be aContinue reading “Cognitive Perspective”
Humanistic Perspective
Why we behave the way we behave Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs is the center of this perspective. The photo attached here shows that human beings have basic needs, psychological needs, and self-fulfillment needs. Needless to say, each category arises after the other is satisfied. This is where the concept of “man is insatiable” comes from.Continue reading “Humanistic Perspective”
Behavioral Perspective
Why we behave the way we behave From elementary to high school days, my mother would buy me stuff that I requested every time I got high grades. For example, she would buy me shoes of a certain brand when I ranked as an honor student. In high school, she would even buy me anContinue reading “Behavioral Perspective”
Why We Behave the Way We Behave
What drives us? What does not? Some days I feel like I am the best version of me. Some days I don’t. Some days I feel like I can conquer the world. Some days I just want to sulk on my bed all day. Some days I feel like I can do all things; IContinue reading “Why We Behave the Way We Behave”
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