motivation

Why did the chicken cross the road - Understanding motive and motivation.

Why did the chicken cross the road - Understanding motive and motivation.

Often asked as a child’s joke, the question ‘Why did the chicken cross the road?’ is about motive. We could rephrase it and ask: ‘What motivated the chicken to cross the road?’ This article discusses some of the factors relevant when it comes to working out what drives a person’s behaviour. The full details are contained in the book: Why - Understanding Motive and Motivation.

Active listening for police - a skill for conflict avoidance.

A summary of the listening skills required by police officers when dealing with conflict. A brief article explaining the connection between listening skills and human motivation. This will be of interest to any one trying to understand some of the reasons for conflict with police officers.