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How does id and ego and superego influence motivation?

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Well the id influences motivation because it works upon the pleasure principle aka humans are motivated to reduce urges especially sexual ones. The id also works upon instant gratification. For example, "I want it NOW!" The superego influences motivation because it takes into play the learned morals, ideals, and expectations of the parents, for example, and strives to fulfill perfection and those ideals. The ego influences motivation because it works upon the reality principle. The ego tries to take all facts into account and meet the needs of the id and superego, resulting in compromises. It uses logical and rational thinking.

Source: Exploring Psychology by David Myers

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