The psychology of user motivation
November 7, 2025
Understanding what drives users is more important than understanding what they do. Behavior follows motivation, not the other way around.
I study the emotional drivers: Why do users return? What frustrates them? What brings them joy? These insights shape every decision.
Motivation isn’t rational—it’s emotional. People use products to feel something: competent, connected, accomplished, entertained.
Design that ignores psychology fails. Design that leverages it succeeds. The best products don’t just solve problems—they fulfill deeper human needs.
Every feature, every interaction, every message should serve a motivational purpose. Great design speaks to the heart, not just the head.