3085: Habit Change is Like Chess by Steve Pavlina on Self-Discipline, Preparation & Tactical Adjustments

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3085: Steve Pavlina equates habit change to a strategic game of chess, emphasizing the importance of progressing through the early, middle, and endgame stages rather than attempting immediate transformation. Pavlina's insights reveal a methodical approach to altering habits, underscoring preparation, tactical adjustments, and the role of self-discipline in ensuring success. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2008/07/habit-change-is-like-chess/ Quotes to ponder: "Changing a habit is like playing a game of chess. In chess there’s an early game, a middle game, and an endgame. The same is true for habit change." "The early game of habit change is education and setup. In the middle game, you execute some changes to support your habit change. Only in the endgame do you go directly for the kill." Episode references: "Bobby Fischer Teaches Chess" by Bobby Fischer, Stuart Margulies, and Don Mosenfelder: https://www.amazon.com/Bobby-Fischer-Teaches-Chess/dp/0553263153 "How to Reassess Your Chess" by Jeremy Silman: https://www.amazon.com/How-Reassess-Your-Chess-Imbalances/dp/1890085138 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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