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Your Identity Isn’t Fixed. It’s Running a System Jun 03, 2025

Your Identity Isn’t Fixed. It’s Running a System

Most people think their identity is made of fixed truths, personality traits, tendencies, behaviors they’ve had “forever.” But what if that identity is just a system?

What if it’s made of parts, each running their role, playing out loops you didn’t ...

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You're Reacting to Meaning, Not Reality May 20, 2025

You're Reacting to Meaning, Not Reality

Most of us think we’re responding to life as it is.

We feel busy, upset, ignored, judged, and we assume those feelings are facts. That the situation itself is causing our reaction.

But that’s not what’s really happening.

What you’re actually responding to ...

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Letting Go of Control: How Over-Control is Limiting Your Growth Dec 24, 2024

A Holiday Gift to Yourself... Do You Hold On Too Tightly?

The holiday season often comes with a whirlwind of expectations and plans. Whether it’s hosting the perfect gathering, buying ideal gifts, or making sure everyone is happy, the pressure to have everything under control can feel overwhelming...

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Mastering Self-Control: Overcoming Impulse Control and Instant Gratification Aug 20, 2024

In today's fast-paced world, self-control is a critical skill that often eludes us. Whether it's resisting the lure of social media, avoiding that extra slice of cake, or sticking to long-term goals, impulse control is often a daily battle. Our brains are wired to seek instant gratification, making ...

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Techniques to Enhance Self Control and Find Stillness in Motion Jun 11, 2024

Self-control is more than just resisting temptations. It's about mastering your impulses and aligning your actions with your deeper values and long-term goals. Understanding and managing the impulses that drive your behavior is key to achieving this harmony.

Self-Control and Identity

Your identity...

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The Secret to Mastering Free Will Jan 20, 2021

 

Our "story of self" is a concept that’s created within the construct of time. It can be useful, but when we get lost in it, the "self" starts to make us feel like there’s no freedom of choice or free will.

Do you feel like you desire change, but your behavior is out of your control? If you do...

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How to Manage Your Levels of Gratification... Oct 23, 2018

Balancing the desire for instant gratification is a crucial skill. We’re not going to be successful if we live in the “extremes.” Sustainability is the key.

There are obvious issues with over indulging in instant gratification. But what’s the danger in landing too hard on the other side? What ha...

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How to Manage Impulse Control Oct 17, 2018

 

Are you struggling to match the things you know you should be doing to the the actions you’re actually taking? If so, you might need some help.

We want to help you grow your self control, strengthen good habits, and achieve more. This episode talks about how to get past the desire of doing wh...

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