motivation

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However, the researchers note that the findings show a correlation, not cause and effect, and that factors like motivation or self-discipline may also influence outcomes.

From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026

This "seeking system" is key to our motivation and desire to explore and understand from an early age, and it is learnt by interacting with humans.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

Moreover, Rajadhyaksha emphasizes that a sound motivation for preferring the U.S. at this juncture is that it’s an “energy powerhouse.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

It’s a simple but primal character motivation that Beetz sells with a wild-eyed ferocity.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Or at best a confused motivation, as with Liszt’s well-intentioned misunderstanding of Romani music.

From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall