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The Dr. Benjamin Hardy Show

The Science Of Achieving Goals You Thought Were Impossible

Aug 12, 2023
14:08
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This podcast explores the science behind achieving impossible goals and discusses the importance of setting ambitious goals, fostering creative thinking, and embracing the unknown. It also delves into the role of self-belief, perception, and language in achieving remarkable goals. Overall, it emphasizes the skill of pursuing the impossible for personal growth and extraordinary outcomes.
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Quick takeaways

  • Identifying the greatest constraint or bottleneck is crucial for making effective decisions and achieving impossible goals.
  • Believing in and pursuing seemingly impossible goals opens up new strategies, opportunities, and ultimately transforms our reality.

Deep dives

Achieving Impossible Goals through Constraint Theory

Dr. Alan Bernard, a renowned researcher on constraint theory, shares insights on achieving impossible goals. By identifying the greatest constraint or bottleneck, organizations and individuals can make better decisions. Dr. Bernard emphasizes the importance of setting ambitious goals that seem impossible to trigger the mind to problem solve. By asking the question 'impossible unless,' individuals open themselves up to potential strategies and opportunities. Pursuing seemingly impossible goals allows for the pursuit of vital few activities with the highest upside, enabling more effective decision-making.

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