The Dr. Josh Axe Show

8 Habits to DESTROY Laziness (Become a Productivity MASTER)

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Jan 7, 2025
Is laziness holding you back? Discover eight transformative habits to boost your productivity and energy. Learn to create a distraction-free environment and master the '2-minute rule.' Get tips on how your food choices can enhance focus and productivity. Explore the Pomodoro Technique and effective time-blocking strategies. Embrace immediate action to conquer procrastination and surround yourself with motivating influences for lasting change!
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ADVICE

Manageable Goals

  • Break down large goals into smaller, more manageable steps to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
  • This allows you to build momentum and see consistent progress, increasing motivation.
ADVICE

The Zygernik Effect

  • Starting small tasks triggers the Zygernik effect, boosting mental focus on incomplete tasks.
  • This increases the likelihood of completing larger goals, as shown by a 2011 Harvard study.
ANECDOTE

Gym Motivation

  • Dr. Axe sometimes goes to the gym even when unmotivated, committing to just 30 minutes of movement.
  • Often, this initial effort leads to a longer, more productive workout, demonstrating the power of starting small.
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