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The Importance of a Good Start: Using Temporal Landmarks to Achieve Your Goals

As you might imagine, data show that the number of people signing up for gym memberships and setting goals spikes on January 1st of each year. But these behaviors also surge on the 1st of every month, on birthdays, on the days the seasons change, and even on seemingly random national holidays. Setting goals around certain dates …

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I invented a simple game that motivates me to keep up healthy habits like going to the gym

For the past year, I’ve been using a point system to motivate myself to get things done. It’s helped me stick to healthy habits and allow myself to rest without guilt. I have a busy schedule and there’s a lot I want to fit in. I’m a college student who interns and works a part-time job. I also …

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The Science of Drive: 5 Theories of Motivation That Can Help You Achieve Your Goals

It’s a new year and millions of people around the world are making resolutions to improve themselves in the months to come. A large portion of those resolution-makers are probably making the same well-intentioned vows they made last January: “This is the year I’ll get in shape…learn a new language…get the garage organized… ” But …

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Want to Be More Successful This Year? Science Says Tackle Only 1 Goal at a Time

Even if you didn’t make any New Year’s resolutions (I don’t), you probably still want to make this year better. Maybe you want to start being healthier. Being more productive. Being more connected. Maybe you want to start a business. (Here’s the reason Steve Jobs said everyone should.) Maybe you want to do, or make, not just one thing about …

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8 Ways To Achieve Wealth and Success Without Burning Out

In her book, “The Happy High Achiever,” licensed psychologist Mary Anderson shared the eight ways people can achieve their financial goals without sacrificing either their health or happiness. If you’re close to burning out and want to cut down on the stress as you work toward your financial goals, here’s how to do it, according to Anderson. Invest In Self …

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