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Why You Can’t Finish What You Start: Chris Bailey on the Willpower Myth - Episode 147

Why You Can’t Finish What You Start: Chris Bailey on the Willpower Myth - Episode 147

Episode 147 Published 1 month ago
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Why is it so easy to set goals but so hard to follow through? In this exclusive interview, bestselling author Chris Bailey joins us to discuss his groundbreaking new book, 'Intentional.' Moving beyond the 'busyness trap' and tired productivity hacks, Chris reveals a decade of research into behavioral psychology and meaningful accomplishment.

Discover why willpower isn't the answer to procrastination and how to restructure your daily actions to turn your biggest ambitions into action. Whether you're a fan of Charles Duhigg or James Clear, this deep dive into intentional living will show you how to let go of the 'extra' and focus on what matters most. Stop managing your time and start managing your intentions.

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0:00 - Intro

1:33 - What I Like About Chris Bailey

6:09 - Why do we procrastinate even when the tasks matter most?

9:46 - Why do productivity systems and to do list fall short?

14:03 - Is intentional living more valuable than efficiency?

17:17 - Self-Reflective Capacity

19:33 - Where Intention Comes From?

21:37 - How should people look at using AI without outsourcing their intentions

26:21 - Where does Gratitude fit in?

29:11 - Whats the missing link behind goal setting 

33:01 - Intention Stacking

34:58 - 12 Values o

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