098 The Psychology of Change: How Athletes Can Turn Intentions into Lasting Goals
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Key Takeaways for this episode for athletes and high performers:
- Reflection & Goal-Setting: Acknowledge where you’re at and use the new year as a time for intentional change.
- Brain’s Resistance to Change: Understanding how your emotional brain fights against new routines and how to push through.
- Neuroplasticity: The brain’s ability to rewire itself makes change possible with consistent, disciplined action.
- Small Wins Matter: Focus on incremental progress to build momentum and avoid perfectionism that leads to burnout.
- Breaking Down Big Goals: Learn how to set smaller, manageable steps to make large goals more achievable.
- Intentions vs. Goals: Intentions are vague, but concrete goals are specific, measurable, and actionable.
- The Intention-Action Loop: Link your intentions to clear actions for better results.
- Consistency Over Perfection: Embrace consistency and be flexible when life (and disruptions) get in the way.
- Visualization & Mental Rehearsal: Use visualization techniques to prepare for obstacles and reinforce your goals.
- SMART Goals: Learn how to turn intentions into specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals.
Actionable Tips:
- Break down one intention into a SMART goal this week.
- Track your progress, stay consistent, and embrace setbacks as learning opportunities.
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