3758: The Psychology Of Never-Ending Willpower by Tyler Tervooren of Riskology on How to Perform Better Under Stress
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Episode 3758:
Tyler Tervooren explains research showing that people who believe their willpower is unlimited perform better under stress, and that you can train this by changing small actions into automatic wins. Listening will teach practical, science-backed steps to shift habits and sustain self-control throughout the day.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.riskology.co/never-ending-willpower/
Quotes to ponder:
"What they learned goes against many decades of research, but their findings are fascinating."
"Turns out, students showing massive amounts of willpower despite high levels of stress did one thing differently than those who struggled."
"You can trick yourself into exerting great amounts of willpower all day every day regardless how much you have to use, and you can still make good decisions even when you’re exhausted."
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3757: Stop Procrastinating by Psych Alive on How to Manage Difficult Emotions and Take Action
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Episode 3757:
Psych Alive explores why procrastination is less about poor time management and more about managing difficult emotions. By uncovering the role of self-critical thoughts and fear-driven avoidance, the article provides tools to move past resistance and take meaningful action.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.psychalive.org/stop-procrastinating/
Quotes to ponder:
"Most of us are all too familiar with the sinking feeling that comes with putting off an important task."
"Procrastination is not a time management problem; it’s an emotional regulation problem."
"We often fail to realize that the very strategies we use to protect ourselves from uncomfortable feelings are the ones that keep us stuck."
Episode references:
Procrastination: Why You Do It, What to Do About It Now: https://www.amazon.com/Procrastination-You-What-Do-About/dp/0738211702
Self-Compassion:https://www.amazon.com/Self-Compassion-Beating-Yourself-Insecurity-Destructive/dp/0061733520
The War of Art: https://www.amazon.com/War-Art-Through-Creative-Battles/dp/1936891026
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3756: When You're Extremely Unmotivated AND Disconnect by Derek Sivers on How to Slow Down
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Episode 3756:
Derek Sivers challenges the obsession with staying busy by showing how being “unmotivated” can actually point to what truly matters. He also explains how seemingly contradictory traits can coexist within us, proving that life is richer when we embrace nuance instead of choosing rigid labels. His reflections invite us to slow down, listen to our inner signals, and accept our complexity.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://sivers.org/unmo AND https://sivers.org/dc
Quotes to ponder:
"When you feel unmotivated, don’t try to push through. Instead, take it as a sign that what you’re doing doesn’t matter enough."
"People want to put you in a box, but you contain contradictions. You can be both ambitious and content, both introverted and outgoing."
"Life is richer when you don’t try to resolve contradictions, but instead hold them side by side."
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3755: Further Adventures in My War on Stuff by JD Roth of Get Rich Slowly on How to Create Space in Life
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Episode 3755:
J.D. Roth reflects on his ongoing battle with clutter and the emotional weight of owning too much. Through personal stories of simplifying, he highlights how letting go of unnecessary possessions can create more space for freedom, clarity, and the things that truly matter.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.getrichslowly.org/further-adventures-in-my-war-on-stuff/
Quotes to ponder:
"I’ve been waging a war against Stuff for more than a decade now."
"What I’m striving for is a sort of comfortable minimalism. I want to own things I actually use and love."
"It feels liberating to get rid of things, to release them into the wild so that others can use them."
Episode references:
The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Changing-Magic-Tidying-Decluttering-Organizing/dp/1607747308
Your Money or Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Money-Life-Transforming-Relationship/dp/0143115766
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3754: How To Disarm Internal Triggers and Improve Focus by Nir Eyal of NirAndFar on Self-Mastery
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Episode 3754:
Nir Eyal explains how to manage distractions by focusing on the internal triggers that spark them, rather than fighting the urges themselves. Through practical techniques like writing down triggers, exploring sensations with curiosity, and “surfing the urge,” he shows how to turn fleeting impulses into opportunities for self-mastery and improved focus. These methods help us stay present, avoid reactive behaviors, and build resilience against everyday temptations.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nirandfar.com/internal-triggers/
Quotes to ponder:
“I’m feeling that tension in my chest right now. And there I go, trying to reach for my iPhone.”
“One of Bricker’s favorite techniques is the ‘leaves on a stream’ method.”
“This rule allows time to do what some behavioral psychologists call ‘surfing the urge.’”
Episode references:
American Lung Association: https://www.lung.org
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center: https://www.fredhutch.org
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