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How to focus on the present moment
How to cultivate empathy and understanding towards others
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Phases of motivation
People cycle through periods of motivation, especially in the New Year. It’s best to harness these bursts of 'can-do energy' whenever they appear.
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The maintenance phase
If you don't have a plan when the New Year's glow has worn off in a few months, you will stop doing whatever you promised to do.
To force yourself to stick to a budget:
- Write down everything you spend.
- Add it up at the end of every week.
- Submi...
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Coping with relapses
It is common to have a setback. Once the initial streak of success has worn off, you may lose momentum and fail to press on.
Do not take an all-or-nothing approach. Do not stop altogether. Instead, be flexible and learn from your mistakes.
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The action phase
The New Year's resolution or 'action phase' is when you're highly motivated for change. Use it to set things in motion and automate as much as you can.
- Put your bills on autopay
- Start using a savings app
- Cut out any subscriptions you don't really need.
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Motivation
Truth is, our real motivation is to be lazy and do what is convenient.
Energy is precious and the brain is wired to conserve it whenever possible. It's human nature to follow the Law of Least Effort.
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