You Are Not A Frog How to Leave Work on Time
Feb 17, 2025
Alistair Kant, an independent facilitator and behavior change coach, shares invaluable insights on work-life balance and personal growth. He emphasizes the psychological barriers to leaving work on time and the comfort of familiar routines. Alistair discusses the power of motivational interviewing in fostering autonomy and meaningful change. He offers practical strategies for setting boundaries, managing time effectively, and nurturing self-compassion to combat burnout. The conversation highlights the importance of open dialogue and supportive communities in achieving a fulfilling life.
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Routines Create Comforting Ruts
- Our routines become deeply comforting and automatic, making change challenging.
- Awareness of these patterns is key to breaking out of habitual behaviors.
Small Successes Beat Polarization
- Polarizing language like 'give up sugar' creates mental resistance to change.
- Celebrating small successes fosters progress in behavior change.
Recognize Choice in Staying Late
- Recognize that leaving late at work is often a choice despite external pressures.
- Develop conscious awareness of moments when you allow work to extend unnecessarily.