Why It’s So Hard To Follow Through On Your Goals with Dr. Sean Young
Sep 14, 2023
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Dr. Sean Young, expert on following through on goals, discusses the challenges of self-sabotage and the importance of finding the right patterns of behavior. He explores neurohacks for behavior change, evidence-based giving, and the power of rewards. He shares a story about a simple password change that led to personal growth. Listen for tips on achieving your goals.
Breaking down behavior change into small steps increases the likelihood of success.
Making behavior change easy by reducing barriers and creating supportive environments enhances consistency.
Deep dives
Changing Behavior: The Power of Small Steps
In this podcast episode, Dr. Sean Young discusses the importance of breaking down behavior change into small steps. He shares the example of a person wanting to run a marathon without adequate training, emphasizing the need to start with achievable actions. By setting realistic and incremental goals, individuals can build confidence and momentum towards their desired outcomes.
Making Behavior Change Easy with Practical Strategies
Dr. Young highlights the significance of making behavior change easy for long-term success. He suggests practical strategies such as removing distractions or creating an environment that supports the desired behavior. By reducing barriers and making it effortless to engage in the behavior, individuals can increase their chances of follow-through and consistency.
Harnessing the Power of Neurohacks to Rewire Behavior
Neurohacks refer to the ability to rewire the brain and change one's behavior through deliberate actions. Dr. Young emphasizes that the mind follows behavior, contrary to the conventional wisdom of visualization. He explains how actions such as changing passwords or specific physical movements can influence mindset, making behavior change more attainable.
The Role of Rewards and Community in Behavior Change
Dr. Young explores the importance of rewards and community in sustaining behavior change. He points out that rewards, when captivating and meaningful, can motivate individuals to stick with their desired behaviors. Additionally, fostering a supportive community and engaging in social interactions can create a sense of accountability and provide encouragement throughout the behavior change journey.
In this episode we ask - why you don’t follow through on the things that are most important to you? How can someone facing down near death fail to follow essential health protocols? What causes people to self sabotage? Why is it so hard to follow up and follow through with your goals? We share the important lesson that it’s not about more information - it’s about finding the right pattern of behaviors and habits to match with your desired goal - and building a scientifically validated process to make sure you actually achieve them. We discuss this and much more with our guest Dr. Sean Young.