Chapter
Pulling Incentives into the Present Moment
52:02 - 1:00:29 (08:26)
The battle to build good habits and break bad habits boils down to pulling a little bit of reward into the present moment for good ones and consequences of the future into the present moment for bad ones - with a few examples given to help accomplish.
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The proximity of temptation can largely affect a person's ability to resist bad habits, such as biting nails.
52:02 - 54:32 (02:29)
Summary
The proximity of temptation can largely affect a person's ability to resist bad habits, such as biting nails. Wrapping bandages around fingertips or wearing oven mitts can be helpful, in addition to distracting oneself with a book or other activity.
ChapterPulling Incentives into the Present Moment
Episode#064 - James Clear - How To Build Habits That Last
PodcastModern Wisdom
The two outcomes associated with habits are an immediate outcome and an ultimate outcome, which are instant and delayed gratifications respectively.
54:32 - 56:21 (01:49)
Summary
The two outcomes associated with habits are an immediate outcome and an ultimate outcome, which are instant and delayed gratifications respectively. While no single choice can transform your habits, it is important to consider the outcomes associated with our choices.
ChapterPulling Incentives into the Present Moment
Episode#064 - James Clear - How To Build Habits That Last
PodcastModern Wisdom
The battle of building good habits and breaking bad ones is about pulling a little bit of reward into the present moment.
56:21 - 58:24 (02:03)
Summary
The battle of building good habits and breaking bad ones is about pulling a little bit of reward into the present moment. For good habits, the immediate outcome often has some kind of cost, while for bad habits, pulling consequences from the future into the present moment can help break them.
ChapterPulling Incentives into the Present Moment
Episode#064 - James Clear - How To Build Habits That Last
PodcastModern Wisdom
James Clear emphasizes the importance of choosing a form of reinforcement that matches with one's desired identity when building new habits in order to align with ultimate long-term goals.
58:24 - 1:00:29 (02:04)
Summary
James Clear emphasizes the importance of choosing a form of reinforcement that matches with one's desired identity when building new habits in order to align with ultimate long-term goals.