Dr. Raymond Prior and Chase Cooper discuss upgrading from 'bad' to 'good' habits, criteria for credible upgrades, and 4 main upgrade options. They explore moving habits from automatic to conscious awareness, the impact of curiosity in performance improvement, and embracing discomfort for growth in golf and life.
Upgrade old habits to new 'good' habits by offering the brain a better option.
Groundedness and acceptance are essential habits for sustainable behavior change.
Interest curiosity promotes exploration without judgment, leading to intentional choices aligned with goals.
Deep dives
Habit Change with Stages
The podcast discusses habit change in three stages. In stage one, mapping out habits brings them from subconscious to conscious awareness. Stage two involves realizing the cause and effect of habits, making them less automatic. This disenchantment effect prepares the brain for stage three, where better options can be introduced. The process emphasizes being internally driven, feeling better, and working better, leading to sustainable behavior change.
Groundedness and Acceptance
Being grounded and accepting all outcomes are identified as crucial habits. Groundedness involves being present, which feels better and works more effectively than anxiety. Acceptance, on the other hand, allows individuals to embrace discomfort and uncertainty without judgment. These habits create stable confidence, providing internally driven solutions for optimal performance.
Interest vs. Deprivation Curiosity
The podcast introduces curious behavior as a potent habit option. It contrasts deprivation curiosity, which is limiting and judgmental, with interest curiosity focused on observation without judgment. Interest curiosity encourages non-judgmental exploration of cause and effect, fostering a spacious mindset. This form of curiosity empowers individuals to make intentional choices aligned with their goals.
Reframing Responses to Avoidance Behavior
When faced with the tendency to play safe and hold back in golf, reevaluating one's values and goals can lead to a shift towards more competitive and freely played rounds. By reframing responses with curiosity, players can assess whether their actions align with their core values, promoting a deeper understanding of their choices and encouraging a risk-taking approach.
Embracing Discomfort for Growth
Valuing discomfort as a catalyst for growth and pursuing personal values like honesty, curiosity, and freedom can enhance performance on the golf course. Embracing discomfort allows players to confront challenges with a growth mindset, making decisions based on what truly matters to them. By staying present, accepting outcomes, and leveraging personal values, players can navigate high-stress situations effectively and sustain a competitive edge.
In the final episode of our 3 part Habits series, Dr. Raymond Prior and Chase Cooper discuss the final stage of habit mapping: Upgrading from the old "bad" habit to the new "good" habit. Episode 1 focused on the anatomy of a habit (trigger, behavior, reward). Episode 2 focused on the rewards, what we get from these rewards and what they feel like . In this episode, it's all about the upgrade. Can we give our brain a better option? They also discuss the three criteria needed for it to be a credible upgrade and also the 4 main options for upgrades. Enjoy!
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