

The Science of Lasting Behavior Change – Part 1: Dreams, Goals, and Stepladders
Jan 10, 2023
In this podcast episode, the host discusses the science of lasting behavior change and introduces the concept of step-ladders. They explain the difference between dreams and goals, and why starting with a dream is important. They also provide examples of step-ladders to break porn addiction. The importance of setting goals for personal growth is emphasized. Overall, this episode offers valuable insights into achieving lasting behavior change.
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Dreams vs. Goals vs. Steps
- Dreams take longer than three months and have an aspirational quality.
- Goals are shorter, between one week and three months, with specific steps (step ladders) taking one to seven days.
Connect Deeply to Your Dream
- Start by connecting deeply with your dream to visualize a compelling future.
- This helps prevent being pulled around by life and motivates change.
Avoid Overfocusing on Distant Dreams
- Focusing too much on distant dreams can cause overwhelm and discouragement.
- Concentrating on daily achievable steps leads to better progress and motivation.