Overview:
In “Staying the Course,” the focus is on maintaining momentum during a lifestyle change. Five key strategies are emphasized: ‘Keep Your Eye on the Why,’ ‘Use Willpower Wisely,’ ‘Stack Up Resources for When You Need Them,’ ‘Practice Consistency to Build Habits,’ and ‘Manage Your Environment and Your Tribe.’ Each strategy provides a unique approach to lifestyle management, with actionable steps for individuals to take on their journey towards a healthier lifestyle.
Topic Summary:
- Understand the importance of identifying and consistently revisiting your core motivation (“your why”) for making lifestyle changes.
- Learn to use willpower wisely, seeing it as a limited resource that can be conserved through mindful practices.
- Create a reservoir of physical and psychological resources that can support you in moments of difficulty.
- Develop habits through consistent behavior to ensure that healthy lifestyle choices become routine.
- Understand the impact of your environment and social circle (“your tribe”) on your journey towards healthier living and find ways to optimize these influences.
