Self-Motivation Strategies
Discover effective techniques for self-motivation, such as writing down goals and creating personal contracts. Instead of seeking external validation, focus on internal accountability to enhance commitment. Explore the idea of using fear setting to confront potential consequences of inaction, ultimately leading to a more disciplined approach to new routines.In this clip
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According to Andrew Huberman, how can one build sustained motivation and discipline to learn something new? I often start learning something new and then fall off the wagon.
Can you elaborate on the following concepts: 1. Internal Motivation: Develop internal accountability by treating the effort itself as the reward. This approach encourages growth mindset principles, where the process of working towards goals becomes enjoyable and fulfilling without external validation. This closed-loop system fosters sustained motivation. 2. Self-Motivation Techniques: Use a contract with yourself to reinforce commitment to new routines. Write down your goals and create a system of self-checks, rather than announcing them to others, which can dilute motivation over time. Incremental approaches, such as gradually increasing efforts, can also aid in forming habits.
What does Andrew Huberman suggest to do to get into a motivational mindset, such as rituals to follow?