Explore the psychology behind goal setting and learn how to overcome common barriers like fear of failure and procrastination. Discover the power of the 'I am' versus 'I want' philosophy and the effectiveness of implementation intentions. Uncover strategies for breaking down large goals into manageable tasks, using visual cues, and celebrating small wins. Plus, find out why taking breaks is essential for sustainable progress. Get ready to transform your approach to achieving personal and professional goals!
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Goal Articulation
Articulate goals with power, focusing on "I am" statements.
This connects goals to your identity, making them more intrinsic.
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Goal Barriers
Fear of failure, perfectionism, and procrastination hinder goal achievement.
These stem from shame, self-doubt, and fear of judgment.
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Boosting Confidence
Counteract self-doubt by focusing on internal confidence and affirmations.
Visualize success and speak about goals positively.
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Atomic Habits by James Clear provides a practical and scientifically-backed guide to forming good habits and breaking bad ones. The book introduces the Four Laws of Behavior Change: make it obvious, make it attractive, make it easy, and make it satisfying. It also emphasizes the importance of small, incremental changes (atomic habits) that compound over time to produce significant results. Clear discusses techniques such as habit stacking, optimizing the environment to support desired habits, and focusing on continuous improvement rather than goal fixation. The book is filled with actionable strategies, real-life examples, and stories from various fields, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to improve their habits and achieve personal growth[2][4][5].
We are writing and thinking about your goals all wrong and in today's episode I want to discuss how we can think about our goals in a manner that will make us more successful! Whether it's a fitness goal, financial, personal, career or relationship goal, this formula works for all of them. We discuss:
The 4 biggest psychological barriers to achieving our goals
How to articulate GOOD goals
The 'I am' vs. 'I want' philosophy
How to action our goals
The power of the path of least resistance
Overcoming goal disengagement and reversal
All of that and more! If you're ready to set good, actionable goals, this episode is for you!
The Psychology of your 20s is not a substitute for professional mental health help. If you are struggling, distressed or require personalised advice, please reach out to your doctor or a licensed psychologist.
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