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Developing Curiosity

International Coach Academy

1] In more general terms curiosity is mainly defined as seeking information based on motivation. For example, what specific type of motivation could drive curiosity – is it instinctive (externally stimulated) or intentional (internally stimulated)? [2] Although, there are many questions that challenge this general definition as well.

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From Ordinary to Extraordinary: Unlocking the Key to Peak Performance

International Coach Academy

I never saw these accomplishments as peak performances or never even considered myself an athlete. In this article, I will attempt to shed some light on this, exploring the source of this mindset and uncovering the mysterious component that motivates us to think outside the box. First, let’s define what performance is.

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Challenges & Opportunities in Mid-life

International Coach Academy

Even though at the peak of our lives, with the experience and achievements we have collected through the years, it seems that we still are troubled by our perceived shortcomings or lack of accomplishments, and the opportunity to enjoy happiness and achieve life satisfaction at that stage of our lives is easily overlooked.

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How Does Curiosity Affect the Brain?

International Coach Academy

One of the early working definitions of curiosity was offered by Berlyne (1954) [1] , who defined different dimensions of curiosity: perceptual versus epistemic curiosity, and specific versus diversive curiosity: Perceptual curiosity: motivates us to seek out new stimuli. This is a primary driver of exploratory behavior.

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12 Great Performance-Coaching Books to Read [2019]

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Performance-Coaching Books to Read in 2019: The Top 12. Although this book doesn’t appear at first glance to be focused on business coaching, it deals with the deepest questions on what motivates people to act in the ways they do. It explains how to motivate employees better and uses real case studies to make ideas vivid and clear.

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Courage vs. Stagnation

International Coach Academy

What is it you want to change or accomplish? As Marion Franklin states, people are more motivated (90%) to move away from pain than to move towards pleasure(Franklin, 2019). When you realize you are stuck and want to move, you’ll need the courage to change things. . You become aware of your longings and desires. References.

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What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up?

International Coach Academy

However, when regular meditation is accomplished, the promised rewards are high on many levels. When the client has mapped out what it is that he/she wants to accomplish, that is the beginning of another journey where the coach can be continuous support. By silencing your mind, you can see yourself more clearly. Designing your life.