The Six Concepts of Effectance, Theory and Research Flashcards
1
Q
How do we confirm our existence?
A
By sensing changes in levels of arousal - mental, emotional and physical.
2
Q
How do we affirm our worth?
A
By producing our desired effects.
3
Q
When do we have effects?
A
When we produce changes in people, objects and ourselves.
4
Q
When do we feel good?
A
When we produce our desired effects. The reverse is true when we feel bad.
5
Q
What is the principle of least effort?
A
We are efficient. We want to have the greatest effects using the least effort. Play is the only exception.
6
Q
What do mental, emotional and physical blocks do to us?
A
They prevent us from producing our desired effects, confirming our existence, affirming our worth and feeling good.
