EPISODE · Dec 17, 2025 · 56 MIN
AUDIO-ONLY: Does Difficulty Mean You Should Quit or Try Harder? Identity-Based Motivation Theory With Daphna Oyserman, PhD
from PsychEverywhere · host Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology
Why do some challenges feel like opportunities while others seem impossible? In this episode, Dr. Daphna Oyserman explains identity-based motivation theory and how our interpretations of difficulty shape persistence, self-compassion, and decision-making. Discover research on "difficulty mindsets," cultural differences, and practical strategies for schools and everyday life. Episode made possible by CSPP Alliant International University. Resources/Sugested Reading Explore graduate programs at CSPP Alliant International University: https://info.alliant.edu/partner-psichi/?utm_source=psi-chi&utm_medium=direct-buy&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=december&utm_term=clinical-psychology-phd-psyd Calls to Action Listen or follow PsychEverywhere: https://www.psichi.org/page/podcast Tell a friend of colleague about the show. Leave a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/psycheverywhere/id1475663845
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