Back to Basics

"Achieving, Maintaining, Appreciating"

Time Stamps:

01:35 - Reflecting on New Year's Resolution

04:11 - Challenges and Failures in Goal Setting

12:07 - Practical Tips for Achieving Goals

28:12 - Balancing Ambition and Self Compassion

35:41 -  Building Consistent Habits

39:51 - Leveraging Accountability and Technology

48:55 - Embracing Self-Improvement and Overcoming Challenges

Episode Summary:

This podcast episode from 'Corners and Conversations' features a discussion about returning to fundamental principles for personal development. Today's guest Zach, delves into the importance of routines, habits, and incremental progress in achieving goals, especially around New Year's resolutions. The dialogue centers on the pitfalls of setting overly ambitious goals, the societal pressure of New Year's resolutions, and the need for balance between ambition and self-compassion. We discuss how technology, like ChatGPT, can aid goal-setting, the necessity of focusing on achievable and measurable objectives, and cultivating a supportive environment through peers and mentors. Practical advice includes adopting small, manageable habits and maintaining a strong focus on personal goals without falling into the comparison trap with others. They emphasize the importance of self-respect, failure as a learning tool, and the psychological benefits of achieving small daily goals.

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