3277: [Part 1] How to Get Motivated: The "Do Something" Principle by Mark Manson on Taking Action

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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 3277: Mark Manson challenges the common belief that motivation precedes action, proposing instead that taking action can generate motivation. He introduces the "Do Something" Principle, emphasizing that even small actions can lead to greater inspiration and drive. This mindset shift can help overcome inertia and achieve goals, regardless of emotional readiness. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://markmanson.net/how-to-get-motivated Quotes to ponder: "Action isn’t just the effect of motivation, but also the cause of it." "If you lack the motivation to make an important change in your life, then do something, anything really, and then harness the reaction to that action as a way to begin motivating yourself." “You can become successful at something without knowing what you’re doing. You can become successful at something without having much particular talent at it. But you can never become successful at anything without taking action. Ever." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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