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Why Motivation Fails (And What Works Instead)

Why Motivation Fails (And What Works Instead)

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Is your New Year's motivation already fading? You're not failing—you're human. This episode is for anyone feeling the "January slump," wondering why the excitement disappeared, and struggling to stay consistent with their goals. Learn why motivation was never meant to last and how to build lasting change when the initial emotions fade.

We break down the critical shift from being led by fleeting motivation to being guided by your identity. Discover practical strategies like "Emotional Agnosticism," the "Two-Minute Rule," and the "30-Second Recovery" to keep moving forward even when you don't feel like it. This is where real transformation is built—not in the excitement of starting, but in the discipline of continuing.

Key Takeaways:

Why the mid-January dip is a predictable, necessary part of the process.

The difference between motivation (a spark) and identity (your engine).

How to practice "Emotional Agnosticism" and stop letting feelings dictate your actions.

3 Anchors for when motivation disappears: Identity Reinforcement, The Two-Minute Rule, and Celebrating the Decision.

How to recover quickly from a setback using the "30-Second Rule."

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