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497. Tiny Experiments: The Neuroscience of Getting Unstuck with Anne-Laure Le Cunff
Mar 24, 2025
Anne-Laure Le Cunff, a neuroscience researcher and founder of Ness Labs, shares insights from her new book, "Tiny Experiments." She introduces the concept of pacts—small commitments that ease the habit-building process without perfectionism. The conversation delves into the head, heart, and hand method for diagnosing procrastination, urging listeners to understand their motivations. Emphasizing the beauty of intentional imperfection, Anne-Laure encourages focusing on sustainable progress and nurturing relationships over mere productivity.
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- The PACT framework helps in forming small, manageable commitments for personal growth, reducing the fear of failure.
- Understanding the root causes of procrastination through the head, heart, and hand method fosters clarity and meaningful action.
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Understanding the Concept of Pacts
A pact is defined as a commitment to curiosity where an individual explores a specific action for a designated period. This concept draws inspiration from the scientific method, emphasizing the need for repeated experimentation to draw valid conclusions. By committing to try something in a structured way, individuals can analyze their experiences without judgment and make informed decisions based on the outcomes. Techniques such as the acronym PAC—purposeful, actionable, continuous, and trackable—help in the design of effective pacts that are simple to implement and measure.
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