Think, for a second, about all of the things you do before you head to the gym or go out for a run. Do you wear special running shoes? How do you tie them? Do you give yourself a pep talk on days when you’re just not feeling it? Is there a certain playlist you always listen to? 

Dr. Mike Norton, author of: “The Ritual Effect: From Habit to Ritual, Harness The Surprising Power of Everyday Actions,” says while working out at a certain time of day may be a habit, all of these little things we do to get ready are rituals, and paying more attention to them can transform our lives (financially or otherwise).

Takeaways:

• The connection between rituals and financial habits.
• The difference between a ritual and a habit, with rituals adding emotion and meaning to actions.
• How to avoid taking ritualistic behavior too far.
• Insights on how rituals can help high performers manage stress.
• How to introduce rituals into the workplace without seeming forced or silly.

Chapters:

00:00:00: Introduction and News Segment

00:05:43: Interview with Michael Norton Begins

00:07:38: Connection Between Financial Habits and Rituals

00:10:16: The Emotional Aspect of Rituals vs. Habits

00:12:13: Defining Rituals and Their Impact

00:13:45: When Rituals Become Excessive

00:18:06: Rituals of High Performers

00:19:54: Using Rituals to Prepare for Stressful Situations

00:22:41: Workplace Rituals and Meaningful Work

00:25:24: Where to Take the Ritual Quiz and Find More Information

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