Why Your Habits Never Stick

Why Your Habits Never Stick

Author: Scott Lynch November 14, 2024 Duration: 14:24
The Motivated Mind
HealthHealth & FitnessFitnessMental
Ever tried building a new habit, only to find yourself giving up almost as quickly as you started? It’s a familiar struggle. Many of us chalk it up to a lack of discipline or motivation, but it turns out that habit-building may have less to do with our willpower and more to do with human nature. In this episode, I dive into the real reason behind why our habits don't stick with insights from behavioral change expert Katy Milkman. For more go to: www.scottmlynch.com Level up your life with these badass offerings (rips t-shirt in half, Hulk Hogan style, and runs around the room): Maximize your potential and experience life-changing growth by either enrolling in my Private Coaching program or Group Coaching program⁠. Unlock practical and tactical insights on how to master your mindset and optimize your happiness through my weekly ⁠newsletter⁠. Discover your true potential with the support of a passionate Discord community. Access ad-free listening, monthly 15-minute one-on-one virtual coffee meetings, entry to my Members-Only Discord channel, and exclusive discounts on my courses and newsletter. Access my downloadable and printable exercises to equip yourself with the essential tools for success. Explore how HashDash combines technology and cannabis to support your health journey. With over 637,000 strain data points, HashDash personalizes recommendations to help you find the perfect cannabis for your wellness needs. If you’re a glutton for punishment and want more swift kicks in the mind follow me on social: Instagram Facebook TikTok Twitter YouTube Leave a review and tell me how I suck so I can stop doing that or you can also tell me about things you like. I’d be okay with that, too. Music by: Blaize Trulson Produced by ya boy. Past guests on The Motivated Mind include Chris Voss, Captain Sandy, Dr. Chris Palmer, Joey Thurman, Jason Harris, Koshin Paley Ellison, Rudy Mawer, Molly Fletcher, Kristen Butler, Hasard Lee, Natasha Graziano, ⁠David Hauser⁠, Cheryl Hunter, Michael Brandt, Heather Moyse, Tim Shriver, and Alan Stein, Jr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Lynch hosts The Motivated Mind, a conversation that lives in the messy intersection of ambition and well-being. Having once left a significant financial package on the table to pursue his own path, Scott brings a grounded, questioning perspective to the work of building a better life. This isn't about simplistic hustle culture; it's a Spotify Top 100 Health & Fitness podcast for a reason, with over seven million downloads from people seeking substance. Each episode digs into the practical mechanics of motivation, exploring how to reshape your mindset, cement lasting habits, and-crucially-find some genuine enjoyment in the daily grind. You'll hear a blend of timeless philosophy and modern psychology, all delivered without pretension or guru-like pronouncements. The tone is straightforward, often wry, because sometimes laughing at the absurdity of our own existential dread is the most practical tool of all. Tune in for a weekly dose of actionable ideas that cut through the noise, reminding you that progress is a practice, not a perfect destination.
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