Staying on Track: The Neuroscience of Habit Change

The Friederike Fabritius Show

In the third episode of The Friederike Fabritius Show, Friederike offers science-based strategies for maintaining motivation and staying on track with personal goals. She emphasizes the importance of implementation intentions, advocating for specific 'if-then' statements to create clear triggers for actions. She discusses the role of a supportive social environment, the risks of setting too many goals simultaneously, and the concept of keystone habits that positively influence multiple aspects of life. Friederike rounds out the episode ends by sharing her Fun, Fear, and Focus© framework as a way to stay on track and boost neuroplasticity - helping you reach your fullest potential.

00:00 Introduction to Staying on Track

00:56 Understanding Implementation Intentions

03:48 The Importance of Social Support

06:12 Avoiding Overwhelm: Focus on One Goal

07:29 Keystone Habits: The Power of Exercise

08:44 Simplifying Routines for Success

10:11 Training Your Willpower

12:44 Conclusion: Fun, Fear, and Focus©

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