excellence, actually The Science (And Philosophy) Of Setting Optimal Goals
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Jan 5, 2022 Brad and Steve explore the tricky balance between ambitious goals and realistic expectations. They discuss why rigid targets can backfire, how small wins sustain motivation, and when leaving room for flexibility can open unexpected doors. Personal examples span running, writing, careers, and the challenge of keeping your footing when plans change.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Love Hate Relationship With Goals
02:50 • 4min
How to Make the Most Outcomes in Your Life
07:08 • 2min
Do We Need the Big Hairy, Audacious Goals?
08:50 • 4min
You Don't Know Where That Talent Ceiling Is
12:27 • 2min
Is There a Ceiling?
14:32 • 3min
Goals That Are Too Rigid or Too Smart?
17:05 • 2min
Is Flexibility a Good Thing?
19:10 • 2min
Is There a Rigid Diet?
21:38 • 2min
The Antidote to the Goal's Being Too Difficult
23:25 • 4min
How to Get Rid of the Negative Voice in Your Head
27:33 • 2min
Do You Have a Set Standard?
29:05 • 3min
Anti Fragile Goald Setting
32:26 • 2min
Are You Having a Career Goal?
34:01 • 3min
Goals Are Too Difficult, Too Rigid, Too Hard
36:46 • 3min
Running, I Don't Have Big Goals for Anything Like That
39:33 • 2min
The Growth Equation Podcast
41:08 • 3min