🧠 Science reveals a hidden motivation switch in the brain that unlocks a powerful drive, surpassing money, praise, or fame. This motivation compels you to tackle hard work you often avoid.

⏰ Procrastination isn't laziness; it's a lack of a specific type of motivation. The key is to upgrade your fuel source from extrinsic to intrinsic motivation.

💰 Extrinsic motivation comes from external rewards like money and status, but it wanes over time. In contrast, intrinsic motivation is driven by curiosity, purpose, and mastery, making it more sustainable and effective.

🚀 Intrinsic motivation leads to flow states, where you become deeply immersed in your work. This state enhances focus and drive, creating a cycle where motivation feeds into flow and vice versa.

🔑 To upgrade your motivation, focus on five intrinsic motivators: curiosity, mastery, autotelic experience, purpose, and autonomy.

📚 Curiosity is the desire to learn and explore. It activates the brain's reward system, enhancing attention and pleasure in learning.

🏆 Mastery involves the pursuit of excellence and continuous improvement. It releases dopamine and endorphins, enhancing focus and engagement.

❤️ Autotelic experience is the love for the activities you do at work, where work feels like play.

🌍 Purpose gives meaning to your work, making it more than just a paycheck. It drives motivation and job satisfaction.

🕹️ Autonomy is the sense of control over your work. It allows you to choose how and when to work, enhancing engagement and positive emotions.

📈 To maximize these motivators, assess your current levels and identify areas for improvement. Start with the lowest motivator and work to enhance it.

🌟 As you upgrade your intrinsic motivation, extrinsic motivation will diminish, leading to a more fulfilling and engaged work life.

🧘‍♂️ Ultimately, this transformation allows you to pursue mastery, purpose, and autonomy over external rewards, creating a profound sense of satisfaction and drive.