Psychologist Edward L. Deci died on Feb. 14, 2026. He was 83. His loss is humanity’s loss. His life was humanity’s great gain. If you ever felt your motivation drain away under a micromanaging boss, ...

Amelia Earhart, a pioneering aviator, shattered expectations for women. Her courage and determination led her to break ...

Self-determination theory (SDT) is an empirically based theory of motivation and psychological development that is especially focused on the basic psychological needs that promote high quality ...

Settling into a job that pays the bills can offer security but may fail to give you a sense of lasting satisfaction. While compensation and work hours matter, we often discount key psychological needs ...