Desire Quote by Alfie Kohn
“Educational success should be measured by how strong your desire is to keep learning.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Punished by Rewards by Alfie Kohn, 1993
Learning success is driven by intrinsic desire to keep growing, not external metrics.
In simple terms: Desire fuels learning.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate curiosity.
Themes
motivation
learning
growth
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- school
- career development
- personal projects
Key Concepts
Intrinsic motivation
lifelong learning
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives your learning today?
- How can you nurture intrinsic motivation?
A Different Perspective
External rewards can undermine true curiosity.
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