A Critical Reappraisal of Self-Determination Theory: From Theoretical Promises to Real-World Challenges
In recent years, theories such as Self-Determination Theory (SDT) have emerged as key frameworks for understanding human motivation. Rooted in concepts like autonomy, competence, and relatedness, these theories have opened up new horizons for designing educational, organizational, and social environments—settings that aim to cultivate intrinsic motivation and support human flourishing. However, as these theories are…