According to the motivational psychologist, this was partly due to the fact that the measures were in accordance with the seriousness of the situation (which was just the other way around with Prime Minister Wilmès during her last press conference), but he also points to the way in which communication was conducted.
“New people, a more refreshing way of communicating, that can certainly play a role. They also showed a clear empathy, acknowledged that a difficult period is ahead. ” And it was especially clear, says Vansteenkiste, even though it contrasts with the approach of the previous government.
Maarten Vansteenkiste expects that motivation will improve even more when the coronabarometer is ready, which must show what phase of the pandemic we are in and what measures are needed: “People will be able to monitor where we are in the epidemic, perhaps anticipate and take responsibility.” Vansteenkiste does warn against panic: “Virologists should no longer sound the alarm so strongly.”
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