At the beginning of the year, it’s common to set many goals at once as you consider every way you want to grow. Now, don’t get me wrong. I’m a big fan of setting goals, but often we overcomplicate it which is why we need to simplify. 1. Prevent overwhelm When you sit down to write …
People chase shortcuts to success: the right morning routine, a “productivity hack,” or the single book that will change everything. Harvard researchers don’t hand out magic bullets. What they do offer, after decades and decades of careful study, is something more mundane but far more powerful: repeatable habits that stack up over years to produce …
5 Harvard-backed habits that add years to your life (and success to your career) Read More »
It’s about that time of year isn’t it? When we realize there are only a few months left and that sad list of resolutions we made in January is sitting there, waiting for us to take action. Believe me, I know how it feels. I was stuck in this cycle for many years. I’d get …
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I’m sure you’ve heard that if you want to achieve a goal, you need to write it down. I know it sounds a bit cliché, but it actually does work. One of my studies, called “The Gender Gap and Goal-Setting,” found that both men and women need to do a much better job of writing down their …
There are realistic fitness goals that are attainable and easy to maintain. You can try doing 15-minute stretches after a workout or include dedicated rest days throughout the week. Many people may lose steam when trying to stick to their fitness goals if they are unrealistic. Those goals can lead to discouragement or a lack …
10 Realistic Fitness Goals, Recommended by Personal Trainers Read More »
Have you ever wondered why it can be so difficult to reach your goals, even when it’s something very important to you? This happens to everyone! Embarking on a new task, starting a new journey, or setting a new goal can be daunting, especially if you’ve started out with lofty aspirations in the past and …
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Think healthy habits take too much time? Think again. The truth is, some of the best things you can do for your body and brain take less than a minute — and they can add up to a big difference in how you feel. “The small things you do every day matter more than the …
The Straight Line I Used to Believe In I used to think progress looked like a straight line. Like a staircase, each step followed neatly after the last, moving further, better. Especially when it came to parenting — I thought if we did the right therapies, prayed the right prayers, and stuck to the plan, …
When Progress Isn’t Linear: Expectations Vs. Grace-Filled Goals Read More »
A new series of studies suggests that to achieve long-term goals, finding enjoyment in the process is a better predictor of success than focusing on the importance of the outcome. Research recently published in Psychological Science indicates that this principle applies to a wide range of personal goals, holds true across different cultures, and can be used …
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Planning to run a marathon (or taking on any task that requires a lot of time, discipline, and energy) can be overwhelming. The mere thought of the work that lies ahead may lead to procrastination. Whether our task is literally training for/running a marathon, creating a new habit, or tackling a work challenge, it can …
