096 - "Go See God" Workouts and How to Stop Procrastinating
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Dec 12, 2024
Intense workouts can offer transformative physical and psychological benefits, often referred to as 'going to see God.' Learn how to tackle procrastination by reframing your mindset—it's more than just laziness. Discover strategies for starting tasks even when motivation wanes and embrace moments when postponing is okay. The importance of adaptability in both athletic performance and creative endeavors takes center stage, encouraging a flexible approach to routines. Overcoming inadequacy is key to enhancing productivity in all areas of life.
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Importance of Bad Days
Sustained excellence relies more on managing bad days than maximizing good ones.
Focus on "raising the floor" of your performance by salvaging bad days and preventing spirals.
volunteer_activism ADVICE
Short Memory
Develop a "short memory" for setbacks, like a cornerback in football.
Quickly forget mistakes and prevent them from affecting future performance.
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Psychological Fixes
When a workout goes badly due to psychological factors, try shifting your perspective.
Alter the workout, environment, or focus to make it more manageable.
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On today's episode, we discuss the role of intense workouts ("Going to see God" as Steve calls it): the physical and psychological benefits and how you should use them. Then we answer a listener voicemail about the surprising science of beating procrastination: why you might be framing the problem wrong in your head (hint: it's not about being lazy or having bad time management), tips for getting started when you really feel like you can't, and when it's actually okay to keep pushing things off.
"Procrastinate Much? Manage Your Emotions (Not Your Time)" by Adam Grant
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