Blink 3 Flashcards
1
Q
How can self-criticism be motivating?
A
Since it’s very hurtful, you try to do what you can to avoid it.
2
Q
What’s the problem with the motivation self-criticism provides?
A
It’s limited.
3
Q
Why is the motivation self-criticism provides limited?
A
We’re motivated by fear of the pain self-criticism causes.
4
Q
What is the problem with using fear as a motivator?
A
It causes self-handicapping and procrastination.
5
Q
What is self-handicapping?
A
Not trying so that people can’t criticize your true abilities.
6
Q
What is procrastination?
A
Avoid doing the task for which you’d criticize yourself to avoid self-criticism.
