{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Motivation, Meaning, and Medicine: Dr. Adam Neufeld on Applying Self-Determination Theory to Well-Being","description":"In this episode, Dr. Stuart Slavin speaks with Dr. Adam Neufeld, family physician and clinical assistant professor at the University of Calgary. Drawing on his research in Self-Determination Theory (SDT), Dr. Neufeld explains how autonomy, competence, and relatedness\u2014the three universal psychological needs\u2014shape motivation, engagement, and well-being in medical education and practice. Together they explore how supporting these needs can foster authentic motivation, enhance learning environments, and counteract burnout. Dr. Neufeld also clarifies common misconceptions about autonomy, shares practical strategies for educators and leaders, and discusses how small changes in communication and structure can transform both teaching and workplace culture. Podcast Chapters (00:00) \u2013 Intro &amp;amp; Guest Background (01:08) \u2013 Introducing Self-Determination Theory (SDT) (01:50) \u2013 Core Psychological Needs: Autonomy, Competence, and Relatedness (03:25) \u2013 SDT and Its Connection to Well-Being and Flourishing (04:46) \u2013 Applying SDT to Healthcare and Medical Training (03:25) \u2013 SDT, Motivation Quality, and Flourishing (04:46) \u2013 Applying SDT in Healthcare and Medical Training (05:36) \u2013 Balancing Humanistic Values and Performance Outcomes (06:57) \u2013 Redefining Autonomy: Independence, Volition, and Confidence (09:49) \u2013 Supporting Autonomy in Learning and Program Culture (13:00) \u2013 How Institutional Culture Impacts Motivation and Engagement (16:03) \u2013 The Motivation Continuum: From External Pressure to Intrinsic Drive (19:58) \u2013 Shifts Toward Extrinsic Motivation in Learners and Faculty (23:50) \u2013 Closing Remarks &amp;amp; Resources ","author_name":"ACGME Well-Being Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/acgme.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/38729775\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/194522170"}