How Self-Motivation Shapes Personal Success
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How Self-Motivation Shapes Personal Success
This course is part of Personal Journeys: Identity, Motivation, and Resilience Specialization
Instructor: Roger L Martinez
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Embark on an immersive learning experience that delves into the essence of self-motivation and its pivotal role in sculpting personal triumph. This course weaves the intellectual richness of the European Renaissance with the nuanced tapestry of contemporary psychology, offering a profound understanding of the drivers behind personal achievements.
Discover the balance between intrinsic aspirations and the extrinsic rewards that shape our paths to success. Cultivate a resilient growth mindset and elevate your emotional intelligence to new heights, equipping yourself with the tools for effective goal-setting and the realization of your personal and professional ambitions. Through this course, you will embrace a Global Renaissance Mindset, characterized by an insatiable curiosity, boundless creativity, and the courage to transcend cultural boundaries. Engage in practices of mindfulness and self-reflection that are pivotal in nurturing personal growth. Learn to navigate the intricate dance of risk-taking and failure, transforming them into stepping stones for innovation and success. This isn't just a course; it's a journey to empower your individual growth, preparing you to navigate and thrive in an ever-evolving world with confidence and a broadened perspective.
This module sets the stage for understanding the underpinnings of self-motivation. It explores various theories of motivation and how they apply to self-driven success. The importance of individual differences and the role of nature and nurture in fostering self-motivation are examined. Students will gain a deep understanding of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and how these concepts are pivotal to personal achievement and success.
What's included
9 videos14 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
9 videosβ’Total 39 minutes
- Course Overviewβ’4 minutes
- Personal Introduction: Dr. Roger Martinez-Davilaβ’2 minutes
- The Middle Ages and the Renaissanceβ’6 minutes
- Motivational Theories: A Historical Perspectiveβ’5 minutes
- Enjoy a Moment at the Real Jardin Botanicoβ’1 minute
- Nature vs Nurture: A Dichotomy in Motivationβ’6 minutes
- Unlocking the Power of Intrinsic and Extrinsic Motivationβ’6 minutes
- A Multidimensional View of Self-Motivation: Cognitive, Behavioral, and Neuroscientific Perspectivesβ’7 minutes
- Assignment Overview: Foundations of Self-Motivationβ’3 minutes
14 readingsβ’Total 140 minutes
- Growing Identities, Motivation and Resilience at Madrid's Royal Botanical Gardenβ’10 minutes
- A Note on Teaching Philosophy and AIβ’10 minutes
- Maslowβs Hierarchy of Needsβ’10 minutes
- The Evolution of Motivation: Deci and Ryan's Self-Determination Theoryβ’10 minutes
- From Expectations to Open-Source: The Evolution of Motivation Theoriesβ’10 minutes
- Genetics and Creativity: The Dopamine D4 Receptor Connectionβ’10 minutes
- The Marshmallow Test: A Measure of Self-Controlβ’10 minutes
- Creativity Leads to the Mona Lisaβ’10 minutes
- Intrinsic Motivation: Albrecht DΓΌrer's "Wing of a European Roller" β’10 minutes
- Self-Determination Theory and Practiceβ’10 minutes
- Harnessing Expectancy-Value Theory for Personal and Professional Growthβ’10 minutes
- Utilizing Skinner's Operant Conditioning for Personal and Professional Enhancementβ’10 minutes
- Neuroscience and Motivation: The Pivotal Role of Dopamine and Brain Activityβ’10 minutes
- Marie Curie SkΕodowska: Pioneering Scientist and Inspirational Role Modelβ’10 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 45 minutes
- Self-Assessment of Video Reflection: Foundations of Self-Motivationβ’45 minutes
1 discussion promptβ’Total 60 minutes
- Prepare a Video Reflection on Exploring Self-Motivationβ’60 minutes
This module dives into the mechanics of effective goal setting and the concept of self-efficacy. Students will learn about the SMART goal-setting framework, the growth mindset, and how self-belief contributes to goal achievement. Furthermore, this module emphasizes the impact of resilience and grit on the road to personal success.
What's included
6 videos8 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
6 videosβ’Total 24 minutes
- The Art of Setting SMART Goalsβ’5 minutes
- The Power of Self-Efficacyβ’5 minutes
- Embracing Growth: The Power of 'Yet'β’5 minutes
- Enjoy a Moment at the Real Jardin Botanicoβ’1 minute
- Resilience, Grit, and the Road to Achievementβ’4 minutes
- Assignment Overview: Goal Setting and Self-Efficacyβ’3 minutes
8 readingsβ’Total 80 minutes
- Galileo Galileiβ’10 minutes
- SMART Goals: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-boundβ’10 minutes
- Gabriel Garcia Marquez & Magical Realismβ’10 minutes
- The Power of Self-Efficacyβ’10 minutes
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.β’10 minutes
- Carol Dweck's Mindset Theoryβ’10 minutes
- Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseveranceβ’10 minutes
- Artemisia Gentileschiβ’10 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 45 minutes
- Self-Assessment of Video Reflection on Reflection on Goal-Setting and Personal Growthβ’45 minutes
1 discussion promptβ’Total 60 minutes
- Prepare a Video Reflection on Reflection on Goal-Setting and Personal Growthβ’60 minutes
Emotional intelligence is a cornerstone of self-motivation and personal success. This module explores the importance of emotional intelligence in motivation and the key role it plays in developing a global renaissance mindset. The course offers practical strategies to enhance emotional self-awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, and effective interpersonal communication.
What's included
6 videos7 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
6 videosβ’Total 24 minutes
- Unpacking Emotional Intelligence: The Heart of Self-Motivationβ’7 minutes
- Cultivating Emotional Self-Awareness and Self-Regulationβ’4 minutes
- Empathy: The Key to Connecting with Othersβ’4 minutes
- Enjoy a Moment at the Real Jardin Botanicoβ’1 minute
- Emotional Intelligence in Action: Communication and Conflict Resolutionβ’5 minutes
- Assignment Overview: Harnessing Emotional Intelligence for Personal Successβ’4 minutes
7 readingsβ’Total 70 minutes
- Understanding Emotional Intelligence: A Deep Diveβ’10 minutes
- Nicolaus Copernicus: Challenging Ancient Cosmic Views with Emotional and Intellectual Brillianceβ’10 minutes
- Isabella d'Este (1474β1539), Marchioness of Mantuaβ’10 minutes
- Bodhidharma and the Roots of Mindfulnessβ’10 minutes
- The Art of Reflective Practice: Methods and Insightsβ’10 minutes
- Exploring the Three Types of Empathyβ’10 minutes
- The STOP Technique for Emotionally Intelligent Conflict Resolutionβ’10 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 45 minutes
- Self-Assessment of Video Reflection: Harnessing Emotional Intelligence for Personal Successβ’45 minutes
1 discussion promptβ’Total 60 minutes
- Prepare a Video Reflection on Harnessing Emotional Intelligence for Personal Successβ’60 minutes
This final module emphasizes the development of a Global Renaissance Mindset β a mindset that values curiosity, creativity, courage, and cultural understanding. Learners will delve into techniques for cultivating these skills, explore the role of mindfulness and reflection in personal growth, and learn how to apply these principles to their path toward personal success.
What's included
6 videos7 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
6 videosβ’Total 23 minutes
- Awakening the Mind: Cultivating Curiosityβ’5 minutes
- Unleashing Innovation: The Role of Creativity in Personal and Professional Successβ’5 minutes
- Beyond Fear: Embracing Courage and Risk-Takingβ’5 minutes
- The Power of the Present: Mindfulness and Reflection as Tools for Growthβ’5 minutes
- Enjoy a Moment at the Real Jardin Botanicoβ’1 minute
- Assignment Overview: The Global Renaissance Mindsetβ’3 minutes
7 readingsβ’Total 70 minutes
- The Garden of Earthly Delightsβ’10 minutes
- How to Foster Curiosityβ’10 minutes
- Innovation and The Renaissance Revolutionβ’10 minutes
- Unlocking the Essence of Renaissance Creativity: A Journey Through Innovative Thinkingβ’10 minutes
- Malala Yousafzai: Courage and Resilienceβ’10 minutes
- Cultivating Courageβ’10 minutes
- Cultivating Mindfulnessβ’10 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 45 minutes
- Self-Assessment of Video Reflection: The Global Renaissance Mindsetβ’45 minutes
1 discussion promptβ’Total 60 minutes
- Prepare a Video Reflection on the Global Renaissance Mindset β’60 minutes
Embark on a transformative journey of introspection by crafting a visual mandala that encapsulates your personal identity and its interplay with fundamental motivational theories. This engaging module, segmented into four integral sections, allows you to delve deep into understanding self-motivation, goal-setting dynamics, emotional intelligence facets, and the essence of a Global Renaissance mindset. Supplement your mandala with a reflective video, sharing the profound insights unearthed during this immersive exercise. Whether you're artistically inclined or not, this module is a testament to the power of introspection and creativity combined. Dive in and discover yourself anew!
What's included
3 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
3 videosβ’Total 9 minutes
- Assignment Overview: Mapping Your Personal Motivation through a Mandalaβ’4 minutes
- The Wheel of Fortuneβ’4 minutes
- Enjoy a Moment at the Real Jardin Botanicoβ’0 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 45 minutes
- Self-Assessment of Video Reflection: Personal Motivation through a Mandalaβ’45 minutes
1 discussion promptβ’Total 120 minutes
- Mapping Your Personal Motivation through a Mandalaβ’120 minutes
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