The Real Work with Maggie Sterling 02 - How to Make Changes That Actually Stick
Sep 2, 2025
Feeling pumped to transform your life but getting stuck in old habits? Discover why your brain pushes back against drastic changes and how quick fixes often lead to burnout. Explore the risks of the TikTok 'lock-in' trend and why it's better to embrace realistic, gradual change. Learn how to differentiate between self-love and self-hate in your habits, and why it's essential to move slowly and mindfully for deeper transformation. Say goodbye to perfectionism and hello to steady progress!
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Brain Sees Overhaul As Threat
- The brain interprets large, sudden change as a threat and triggers pushback from the nervous system.
- Maggie Sterling warns that overhauls cause anxiety and stronger urges to revert to old behaviors.
Avoid Lock-In Rigidity
- Stop using rigid 'lock-in' challenges with non-negotiable rules that leave no room to fail.
- Build flexibility so missed days don't become excuses to abandon progress entirely.
Choose Consistent Messy Action
- Avoid trying to change everything at once and expect the hype energy to sustain you.
- Take consistent, messy actions day after day instead of relying on short-lived motivation.