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Behavioral Grooves Podcast
Kickstart the New Year and Achieve Your Goals | Ayelet Fishbach
Jan 6, 2025
Explore the psychology of motivation as Dr. Ayelet Fishbach challenges the myth that willpower is key to achieving goals. Discover the importance of aligning intrinsic motivations with your aspirations and learn how to set both SMART and aspirational 'North Star' goals. Delve into the dark side of stretch goals and how they can lead to unethical outcomes, like in the Wells Fargo scandal. Celebrate small achievements and enjoy the progress along your journey to success, while understanding the emotional drivers behind your motivation.
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- Success in achieving goals relies more on strategic thinking and knowledge rather than sheer willpower alone.
- Establishing sub-goals can help combat the 'problem of the middle' by maintaining engagement and motivation throughout the journey.
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Rethinking Motivation
The traditional belief that motivation hinges on willpower is increasingly being challenged. Research indicates that success is less about raw determination and more about understanding the strategies required to navigate challenges effectively. Rather than relying solely on strength of will, individuals often perform better when they know the appropriate tactics to apply in pursuit of their goals. Emphasizing strategic thinking over willpower can lead to more sustainable motivation and effective goal achievement.
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