The illusion that the ability to persist is always a virtue has caused people to stay in relationships with people they don’t respect, put up with jobs they hate, and generally just continue to perform the same painful action over and over again, in hopes that it will be better someday. Not surprisingly, it almost […]
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Intrinsic motivation occurs when we act without any obvious external rewards. We simply enjoy an activity or see it as an opportunity to explore, learn, and actualize our potentials. When you pursue an activity for the pure enjoyment of it, you are doing so because you are intrinsically motivated. Your motivations for engaging in the
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A growth mindset powers perseverance. To be in a fixed mindset is to completely sell yourself short, and, worst of all, stagnate and decline. In a growth mindset, people believe that their most basic abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work. This view creates a love of learning and a resilience that is
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The bad news is… When it comes to creating change in your life or achieving your goals, it probably won’t be easy. You may struggle. It’ll likely take longer than you expect. It’s almost certain that you’ll have setbacks and short-term failures along the way. Especially when it involves creating new habits, developing new skills
It’s now February, and if you got the chance to see our last newsletter on goal setting, you should be reflecting on how and if you met those goals. If you feel a little less than optimistic that is more than okay – it is normal. This month the focus is perseverance, an apt follow
Reframing in the New Year Using the new year to wipe the slate clean is universal as it is pragmatic. Towards the end of the year you’ve let your usual patterns of productivity slide and you’re eager to make amends. However, before starting fresh there needs to be smart planning. Without it you’ll jump the
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Make sure you goal is not: Too Big A goal that is too ambitious will often leave you feeling detached rather than motivated. As a result of this, you can stagnate and lose a sense of urgency, a highly vital energy. Too Vague previously mentioned, a goal with no specificity is a goal that lacks
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Dopamine Boost When you want something and get it, whether it’s a bonus, candy bar, or text message — your brain gives you a shot of dopamine. Because of this, it’s possible to boost dopamine levels by setting small goals and accomplishing them. For instance, your brain receives a spike in dopamine if you promise
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In almost all circumstances, thorough planning before action will generally create better outcomes. This couldn’t be truer in goal setting. Using the ‘SMART’ template (strategic, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time bound), your goals will have context, structure, and direction. Taking the time to consider your goals in line with these parameters will ensure that you
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Focus on Short-term Goals on Tough Days On the days you are feeling the most depressed it is important to put the least amount of pressure on yourself. Even if your limit is simply getting out of bed and having a shower, achieving those two goals will boost your morale dramatically. Goals Can Help You
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