Deep creativity is intrinsically motivated.

Great work happens when we’re intrinsically motivated… when our hearts are moved and inspired.
We could call de Saint Exupery’s statement the difference between intrinsic motivation and extrinsic motivation:
“If you want to build a ship, don’t drum up the men to gather wood, divide the work, and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea.”  ~ Antoine de Saint Exupery

For more on the importance of intrinsic motivation for the creative process, check out my new article in Greater Good Magazine, 6 Ways to Break Your Creative Blocks