The College Info Geek Podcast: Study Tips& Advice for Students   /     5 Questions: Extrinsic vs. Intrinsic Rewards, Alarm Clocks and Social Media (Ep. 179)

Description

Here we go once again with the email. In this 5 questions episode, we talk about social media, the overjustification effect, and alarms.

Subtitle
Here we go once again with the email. In this 5 questions episode, we talk about social media, the overjustification effect, and alarms.
Duration
00:46:05
Publishing date
2017-10-02 11:00
Contributors
  Thomas Frank
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https://audio.simplecast.com/f3004029.mp3
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Shownotes

Here we go once again with the email. In this 5 questions episode, we talk about social media, the overjustification effect, and alarms.

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Timestamps:

  • 0:03:09 - How to submit questions for the podcast
  • 0:04:06 - Benefits and setbacks of using social media
  • 0:17:28 - How external rewards can boost or destroy your motivation
  • 0:23:15 - Deciding when and how to fall asleep or wake up
  • 0:26:34 - Explaining sleep cycles
  • 0:31:16 - Changing your last name when you’ve already established a presence
  • 0:37:12 - Managing productivity and a romantic relationship
  • 0:44:40 - Conclusion

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