Our motivation exists along a continuum from controlled to autonomous. The more autonomous our motivation is, the more we feel that we are acting of our own free will. The purpose of this tool is to help you identify your sources of autonomous and controlled motivation so that you can shift your motivation in a positive direction.

This infographic summarizes the basic principles of self-determination theory, including the motivation continuum and our basic psychological needs.

This tool provides a simplified visual of the motivation continuum as defined by self-determination theory. It can be useful in teaching others about the theory, or can serve as a reminder of the types of motivation we can experience.

The purpose of this tool is to help you apply the principles of self-determination theory so as to understand how your behaviour changes when your basic psychological needs are satisfied compared to when your basic psychological needs are frustrated.

The purpose of this tool is to help parents apply the principles of self-determination theory to satisfy their child's needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness.

The purpose of this tool is to help you apply the principles of self-determination theory to satisfy your needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness.