Grow With Intention by MuchelleB
How to *Finally* Make Lasting Changes in Exercise and Eating with Michelle Segar [Episode 1]
Dec 15, 2023
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- Michelle Segar's research focuses on motivating people from within rather than relying on self-control to create healthy habits.
- Immediate and noticeable benefits, such as increased energy and improved mood, have a stronger impact on sustaining motivation for healthy behaviors than distant future-oriented goals like weight loss or improved health.
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The importance of self-control in creating sustainable habits
The belief that self-control is the key to creating healthy habits has been ingrained in our culture, but research suggests that people have limited amounts of self-control. Recognizing this limitation, Michelle Seeker's research focuses on motivating people from within rather than relying on self-control. By cultivating a genuine desire to engage in healthy behaviors, individuals are more likely to sustain those habits.
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