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Published Nov 3, 2021

START DOING THIS To Avoid Burnout & Stop Feeling STUCK! | Benjamin Hardy & Lewis Howes

Lewis Howes and Dr. Benjamin Hardy delve into the transformative power of aligning with your future self, offering practical strategies to prevent burnout, enhance time management, and embrace personal growth by turning trauma into a catalyst for long-term goal achievement.
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  • Future Self

    and Dr. Benjamin Hardy discuss the concept of the future self and its impact on current behavior. Benjamin explains that people often measure themselves against an ever-changing ideal, leading to perpetual dissatisfaction. He emphasizes the importance of having empathy towards one's future self, recognizing that they will be in a different situation with potentially different values 1 2.

    The first step is just recognizing that your future self is a different person, even if you don't try. It's kind of like that idea that change is inevitable, growth is optional.

    --- Dr. Benjamin Hardy

    Lewis and Benjamin explore strategies to bring the future self into the present, such as writing a letter from one's future self to their current self 2.

       

    Investments

    Investing in one's future self is crucial for personal growth and fulfillment. Benjamin highlights that the view one holds of their future directly drives their present actions. He stresses the importance of making deliberate investments in areas like education, coaching, and personal relationships 3 4.

    You love whatever you invest yourself in. And whatever you invest yourself in, you're committed to.

    --- Dr. Benjamin Hardy

    Benjamin also notes that being flexible with one's current self and seeking genuine feedback are key components of this investment process 4.

       

    Mindset

    A future-oriented mindset is essential for aligning with one's future self. Benjamin explains that people are not the same as their past selves and should measure their progress against their former selves to recognize growth. He also discusses the science of future self-planning, noting that empathy towards one's future self is crucial for effective long-term planning 5 6.

    You're not even actually the same person you were a week ago. You've had experiences that have slightly altered your goals, your aspirations, even potentially your habits.

    --- Dr. Benjamin Hardy

    Benjamin emphasizes that a flexible identity and a growth mindset are vital for making high-quality decisions that benefit the future self 5.

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