10% Happier with Dan Harris 9 Ways To Break Free From the Habits That Are Holding You Back | Dr. Rangan Chatterjee
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Feb 3, 2025 
Dr. Rangan Chatterjee, a leading UK doctor and bestselling author, shares insights on breaking free from limiting habits. He discusses the dangers of perfectionism and people-pleasing, emphasizing the importance of self-trust and intrinsic motivation for lasting change. Chatterjee offers practical strategies to escape coping mechanisms like substance use and social media addiction. He also debunks the myth that life should improve without struggle, encouraging resilience and mindful decision-making to foster personal growth.
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Root Causes of Health Issues
- Modern lifestyles, not individual choices, largely drive today's chronic health issues.
- Addressing lifestyle factors like mindset, nutrition, and lifestyle is crucial for lasting health improvements.
Deep Habit Change
- Lasting change requires understanding the root causes of behaviors, not just surface-level modifications.
- Address the underlying need a behavior fulfills, like stress management through alcohol, for sustainable change.
Minimal Reliance
- Strive for minimal reliance on external factors for your well-being.
- Reduce dependence on external validation for feeling good; cultivate inner stability.
