Time and Attention 56: Celebrating Milestones
Jul 20, 2021
Topics include the lack of celebration for accomplishments, the Zeigarnik effect, the importance of closure, the Need for Closure scale, the Post-Portem ritual, favorite rewards for finishing tasks, celebration guilt, and timing for celebrations.
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Zeigarnik Effect Hinders Celebration
- The Zeigarnik effect makes us remember unresolved tasks more than completed ones.
- This causes us to overlook celebrating our accomplishments and quickly move on to the next task.
Hosts' Personal Milestones
- Chris Bailey and Ardyn reflect on personal and professional milestones like anniversaries and project completions.
- They note the importance of intentional celebration during these milestones.
Closure Means Resolving Ambiguity
- Closure means resolving ambiguity to mentally conclude a period or project.
- It is often associated with negativity but can apply positively to completing accomplishments.
