The small habits we have can have a big impact on our future behavior. Swapping your phone and wallet pocket or changing the location of your phone on your desk can help break the pattern of behavior and rewire our brain.
The speaker discusses the importance of being present in the moment, particularly in a world where we are constantly distracted by technology and the future. By embracing the present, we can appreciate the value of time and make the most of it.
This podcast episode provides various micro habits that can be easily incorporated into daily routine to boost creativity and well-being, such as listing things to be grateful for, reading a page from a book, or setting limits on phone usage.
The speaker's wife holds his social media accounts and phone to prevent him from spending too much time on scrolling his feed. This helped him manage his time and only check for a limited amount of time in a day.
The concept of measuring behaviors and taking away judgment can result in more productive and positive habits. Rather than establishing punishment for performing certain behaviors, try to establish a reward for not performing them.
The speaker shares a personal hack which is standing up when using their phone instead of sitting or lying down. They believe it helps them stand up more and avoid a sedentary lifestyle.