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3 Simple Steps to Change Your Life

The Mel Robbins Podcast

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Understanding the Fresh Start Effect and Temporal Landmarks

The fresh start effect is the motivation felt at the beginning of new phases such as semesters, sports seasons, or life events like a birth, breakup, wedding, or death. This phenomenon happens in psychological and spiritual realms, sparking internal stirrings. The allure of fresh starts can be seen in actions like buying new journals. Researchers have coined the term 'temporal landmarks' for these triggers, such as birthdays, New Year's Day, or new journals. Temporal landmarks are events or dates that denote the passage of time, creating a sense of new possibilities and fresh starts.

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