Building Identity-Based Habits for Success

A program designed to help individuals build lasting habits by focusing on identity transformation rather than outcome-based goals. It emphasizes intrinsic motivation and aligning habits with one's desired self-image.

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Program Modules

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🤔 Understanding the Problem with Outcome-Based Goals

This module explores why focusing solely on outcomes often leads to failure in habit formation, using the example of Link's failed study habit.

✍️ Reflect on Past Goal-Setting Attempts

Once

Think about times you tried to build a habit by focusing on the end result. What were the challenges? Why did you stop? Consider the role of external pressures vs intrinsic motivation.

“Link was focused on getting top grades he was chasing an outcome outcomes are usually not under our control”

reflection
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🦸 The Power of Identity-Based Habits

This module introduces the concept of identity-based habits and how they can lead to sustainable change. We'll examine how aligning actions with a desired self-image fosters intrinsic motivation.

🌟 Define Your Desired Self

Once

Instead of focusing on the goal, identify the *type of person* who achieves that goal. What qualities and habits does that person possess? Consider what makes this 'self' appealing and motivating.

“a better approach would be to dig deeper and figure out what kind of person is able to get top grades what does this character do what decisions does this character make these Halls identity based habits”

reflection

🔄 Align Habits with Identity

Once

Identify small, daily actions that reinforce your desired identity. For example, if you want to be a 'healthy person', choose to take the stairs instead of the elevator. Consider how each action contributes to your overall identity.

“if I pride myself on being a good student even if I'm not a good student yet then I'm more likely to choose the behaviors that align with being a good student”

reflection
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🔥 Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation

This module explores the spectrum of motivation, from external rewards to the intrinsic joy of the habit itself. We'll focus on cultivating internal drivers for sustainable motivation.

🔎 Identify Your Current Motivation

Once

Assess where your motivation for your target habit lies on the spectrum. Is it primarily driven by external rewards, or by a genuine interest in the activity? Explore ways to shift towards intrinsic motivation.

“our motivation lies on a spectrum one end of the spectrum depends on external factors getting rewards like good grades or avoiding punishments... the other end of the spectrum depends on internal factors like your values you do it because it's who you are it's your identity”

reflection
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❓ The Feynman Technique for Discovering Your 'Why'

This module guides you through the Feynman Technique to uncover your deepest motivations and align your habits with your values. This technique allows you to delve deep into the foundational reasons behind your goals.

🤔 Ask the 'Why' Question Repeatedly

Once

Start with your desired habit and repeatedly ask 'Why?' to dig deeper into your underlying motivations. Keep asking until you reach a value-based reason. Be honest and introspective in your responses.

“The way it works is by asking the most important question why why do you want to build a habit of studying because I want to get top grades why do you want to get top grades because I want a strong resume why do you want a strong resume because I want to get into medical school and become a doctor why do you want to become a doctor”

reflection