I chat with social psychologist Ozge Kantas Ph.D to learn about the underpinnings of human motivation and how it can be applied to UX and product design.
She breaks down the 3 components of motivation: Autonomy, Competency, and Relatedness. Using this framework to inform our design of products and services could serve valuable. Enjoy!
Center for Self Determination Theory:
BOOK: Self-Determination Theory: Basic Psychological Needs in Motivation, Development, and Wellness: