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381. Change Your Mindset, Your Health, Your Life | Dr. Ellen Langer

The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

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Why We Should Be Setting Lofty Goals

A study conducted by Peter Herman reveals that people will consume more popcorn if given a larger portion, regardless of whether they are still hungry. This phenomenon demonstrates how we set arbitrary targets, like portion sizes, and strive to meet them. The emotions we feel in relation to these targets are target-dependent. When setting goals, it's important to strike a balance between a challenge and attainability to maximize positive emotions. Setting overly high goals can lead to frustration and disappointment.

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