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On Purpose with Jay Shetty

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Overcoming Procrastination and Overthinking through Identity and Belief Systems

One's identity, defined by their thoughts, beliefs, and self-concepts, operates like a thermostat setting determining their outcomes in life. Procrastination and overthinking occur when one's results are about to surpass their internal belief system, prompting them to self-sabotage by reverting to what they believe they deserve. To break this cycle, individuals must elevate their identity to match the desired outcomes by surrounding themselves with people who embody that higher standard, effectively raising their own 'thermostat setting' to achieve success.

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