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Smarter Not Harder

Dan Pardi: Understanding GHB, the Four-Part Model of Behavior Change + How to Define and Measure Health

Sep 27, 2023
Expert in GHB and behavior change, Dan Pardi discusses the effects of GHB on sleep and longevity, the four-part model of behavior change, and the benefits and potential pitfalls of tracking daily habits for mindfulness. They also touch on the challenges of long-term goals and the value of activity trackers for behavior change.
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  • The Loop Model provides a framework for successful behavior change by emphasizing motivation, skill development, monitoring, and evaluation.
  • The podcast episode explores the definition of health and emphasizes the need for clear terminology and understanding of different dimensions of health.

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The Loop Model: A Framework for Behavior Change

The Loop Model is a framework for behavior change that consists of four parts: why, how, am I doing it, and is it working. The why explores the motivation and importance behind adopting and sustaining a new health behavior. The how focuses on developing the necessary skills to implement the behavior. Am I doing it involves monitoring and staying aware of one's patterns of living. Is it working evaluates the effectiveness of the behavior change and its impact on overall health. This model emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, skill development, monitoring, and evaluation for successful behavior change.

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