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The Science Of Motivation: How To Make Habits That Actually Stick | T. Morgan Dixon and Dr. Gary Bennett

Jun 5, 2024

T. Morgan Dixon, co-founder and CEO of GirlTrek, and Dr. Gary Bennett, distinguished dean and psychology expert, shed light on the science of motivation. They discuss overcoming inertia to form lasting habits and the vital role of community in achieving health goals. The conversation dives into the challenges of modern sedentary lifestyles and how initiatives like GirlTrek empower Black women through walking. They also share effective strategies for establishing accountability and connecting personal values with healthy behaviors.

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T. Morgan Dixon

Gary Bennett

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Establish habits by finding intrinsic 'big why' for sustained motivation.

Community support enhances healthy behavior changes through group activities like walking.

Set small achievable goals to gradually build momentum and establish lasting changes.

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The Science of Motivation and Overcoming Inertia

Researchers delve into the challenges of overcoming inertia and establishing habits by exploring the science of motivation. Dr. Gary Bennett emphasizes the importance of finding ways to motivate individuals to engage in beneficial health behaviors. Facing the difficulty of behavior change, such as being active for health benefits, is attributed to various psychological and physical barriers, highlighting the need for sustained motivation over time.

Building and Sustaining Motivation for Behavior Changes

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Identity as a Driver

01:36

Key Components for Success

00:50

Motivation in Changing Behaviors for Health

01:24

Intro

5min

Navigating Motivation for Health Changes

5min

The Evolutionary Challenge of Modern Sedentary Lifestyles

2min

Empowerment Through Walking

14min

Strategies to Overcome Inertia and Build Motivating Habits

4min

Motivation and Walking: Building a Healthy Identity

12min

Building Community to Combat Isolation and Boost Health

4min

Nurturing Habits Through Community and Motivation

20min

Empowering Women Through Community and Health Initiatives

4min

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How to overcome inertia and research-backed plans that actually work.

Dr. Gary G. Bennett is Dean of the Trinity College of Arts & Sciences at Duke University. He is also a professor of psychology & neuroscience, global health, medicine, and nursing, and is the founding director of the Duke Digital Health Science Center. He has authored nearly 200 scientific papers and is a past president of the Society of Behavioral Medicine.

T. Morgan Dixon is the co-founder and CEO of Girl Trek, the largest health movement in America for Black women– with over one million members.

Also check out Jeffrey Walker’s podcast, System Catalysts, where they did an episode on Morgan and Dr. Bennett.

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The Science Of Motivation: How To Make Habits That Actually Stick | T. Morgan Dixon and Dr. Gary Bennett

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The Science of Motivation and Overcoming Inertia

Girl Trek Movement and Intrinsic Motivation

Achieving Behavior Change Through Meaning and Self-Identity

Building Community Through Walking and Support Groups

The Importance of Setting Achievable Goals in Behavior Change

Building and Sustaining Motivation for Behavior Changes

Identity as a Driver

Key Components for Success

Motivation in Changing Behaviors for Health

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The Science of Motivation and Overcoming Inertia

Girl Trek Movement and Intrinsic Motivation

Achieving Behavior Change Through Meaning and Self-Identity

Building Community Through Walking and Support Groups

The Importance of Setting Achievable Goals in Behavior Change

Building and Sustaining Motivation for Behavior Changes

Identity as a Driver

Key Components for Success

Motivation in Changing Behaviors for Health

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