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Overcoming Procrastination: Unleashing Motivation and Creating a Pursuit Mindset
Overcoming Procrastination: Unleashing Motivation and Creating a Pursuit Mindset
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Length:
54 minutes
Released:
Jun 19, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
We've all experienced that frustrating feeling of knowing that we should be doing something, and yet struggling to take action. Join Forrest and Dr. Rick as they explore how we can overcome avoidance and procrastination, unlock our motivation, and cultivate a "pursuit mindset." They discuss intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, why extrinsic motivations aren’t such a bad thing, and how we can use our important values to set better goals and shape our behavior. You’ll learn why procrastination is based on fear, how to orient toward pursuit and see yourself as an agent of change, and the key role “getting good at liking” plays in this process.Watch the Episode: Prefer watching video? You can watch this episode on YouTube.Key Topics:0:00: Introduction2:05: Intrinsic vs. external motivation10:00: Identifying your intrinsic or “noncontingent” motivations15:00: Self-determination theory (SDT)19:35: Pursuit and prey orientation28:25: The psychological function of procrastination35:35: Learning what you like, and focusing on it42:25: Meaning, purpose, pleasure, and satisfaction46:20: RecapSupport the Podcast: We're now on Patreon! If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link.Sponsors:Go to BrioAirPurifier.com and use code BEINGWELL to save $100 on a Brio Air Purifier.Finally get that project off the ground with Squarespace! Head to squarespace.com/beingwell for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch use coupon code BEINGWELL to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Join over a million people using BetterHelp, the world’s largest online counseling platform. Visit betterhelp.com/beingwell for 10% off your first month!Want to sleep better? Try the Calm app! Visit calm.com/beingwell for 40% off a premium subscription.Connect with the show:Subscribe on iTunesFollow Forrest on YouTubeFollow us on InstagramFollow Forrest on InstagramFollow Rick on FacebookFollow Forrest on FacebookVisit Forrest's website
Released:
Jun 19, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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