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Ulterior motivation

We often weigh up intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, but can that be taken too far?

What motivates us to do something? Many people spend a fair portion of their time working for an income. Provided the level of the compensation is right, money can apparently motivate us. Likewise, the prospect of the outcome of an activity might spur us on: crystal clear windows, a neatly…