Asking active questions changes everything. Simple, yet misunderstood, active questions can change our behaviour because they reveal (1) where we are succeeding and (2) where we need further improvement. And in doing so, they rivet our attention on what we can actually change. The Daily Questions In his book, Triggers: Sparking Positive Change and Making […]
5 Timeless Strategies for Building Self-Discipline
Back in January, I wrote an article about the importance of self-discipline, specifically, what self-discipline is and why you need it in the long-term. (You can read it here). I didn’t, however, explain how to build self-discipline, step-by-step. Before I discuss five practical strategies for building self-discipline, I want to clear up a common misconception: […]
This Study Reveals the Tipping Point in Behaviour Change (and How You Can Use It)
In 1965, a social psychologist called Howard Levanthal wanted to see if he could persuade a group of university students at Yale University to get a tetanus jab. [1] He divided them up into several groups, and gave all of them a seven-page booklet explaining the dangers of tetanus, the importance of inoculation, and the […]
How to Build a New Habit in 3 Simple Steps
Are you a master of a skill? Perhaps you’re fluent in a language. A Grade 8 pianist. Or a master craftsman in carpentry. If you are, it’s not necessarily a result of your income, personal circumstances, upbringing or any other variable. It’s a result of something a lot more powerful. Something you have complete control […]
The Commander’s Intent: How to Make New Habits Stick
Southwest Airlines is one of the most successful budget airlines operating in the world today. In fact, Southwest has been consistently profitable for more than thirty years. The secret to their success? Cutting unnecessary expenses. And they’ve been doing it for decades. In order for them to succeed at such a high level, they must […]