“You can’t break free from a habit if you don’t understand what it’s really doing for you.”
DR. RANGAN CHATTERJEE
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geekzen shares mindful reflections on purpose, presence, and the messy beauty of being human.
Dr. Chatterjee emphasizes that lasting change stems from understanding and addressing the underlying causes of our habits, rather than merely tackling the habits themselves. By identifying these root causes, we can foster sustainable personal transformation.
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Use “I Don’t” Instead Of “I Can’t”
Research has found that using the phrase “I can’t” results in decreased self-control when compared to using the words “I don’t”.
When trying to break bad habits say “I don’t [bad habit]” instead of “I can’t [bad habit]” .
A habit that can be changed
Making excuses is a habit that is limiting your ability to meet your full potential.
But you can change the habit of making excuses. Find out what you are really trying to avoid (for example, doing extra work or giving up your free time) and address the issues head on.
Lacking a strong WHY
If you're not really interested in doing this thing (goal, project, etc.):
- Don’t do it: Stop lying to yourself and just quit.
- Find a strong WHY under the surface: If you can’t quit (maybe it's for your job), you need to find a way to think differently about it.
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