Habits & Behavior Change

Gregg Krech, a renowned Zen teacher, shares his enlightening journey where he was introduced to the concept of bringing the practice of Zen Buddhism into daily life. This pivotal moment occurred when he had the opportunity to work with Tiknat Han, a Zen teacher, in the 1980s. Han emphasized the importance of integrating mindfulness and intentional action into everyday tasks, beyond the traditional contemplative practices. Krech discusses how intentional living and mindful action can significantly impact mental wellness, resonating with individuals seeking practical strategies for mental health improvement.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Learn practical strategies for maintaining good mental health to thrive in everyday life
• Recognize the importance of acknowledging the “bad wolf within” to unlock personal growth and well-being
• Take action to effectively manage depression and anxiety
• Explore Japanese approaches to psychology, including Morita Therapy, Kaizen, and Naikan, for new perspectives on mental well-being
• Discover the powerful tool for maintaining good mental health that can transform your daily life

Gregg is an author, poet, and one of the leading authorities on Japanese Psychology in North America. His work has been featured in THE SUN magazine, Tricycle, SELF, Utne Reader, Counseling Today, Cosmopolitan and Experience Life. His books include Naikan: Gratitude, Grace, and the Japanese Art of Self-Reflection, A Natural Approach to Mental Wellness, The Art of Taking Action, and his newest book, Question Your Life.

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Katy Milkman’s journey into behavior change strategies began with a desire to understand the internal barriers to change. She delved into research and discovered the importance of recognizing obstacles and the strategic approaches to overcoming them. Her insights highlight the significance of enjoying the pursuit of goals, emphasizing the need for tailored strategies rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Through her relatable and engaging approach, Katy inspires individuals to embrace flexibility and resilience in their pursuit of personal growth and behavioral transformation.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Implement practical behavior change strategies for lasting success
• Overcome present bias and learn to make better decisions
• Discover effective incentives and motivation for behavior change
• Use commitment devices to beat procrastination and boost productivity
• Understand the non-linear nature of behavior change for better results

Katy Milkman is a Professor at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, host of Charles Schwab’s popular podcast “Choiceology with Katy Milkman”, which explores key lessons from behavioral economics about decision making, and the former president of the Society for Judgment and Decision Making. She’s also the co-founder and co-director of the Behavior Change for Good Initiative. Her book is How to Change: The Science of Getting from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be

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In this episode, Adam Alter shares valuable strategies for learning how to become unstuck and break through common barriers in life. He emphasizes the importance of seeking new perspectives and thinking differently to break through mental and emotional blocks. He also highlights the connection between physical movement and creative inspiration, explaining how it stimulates the brain and unlocks fresh ideas.

In this episode, you’ll be able to:

• Discover powerful strategies to unblock personal growth hurdles and pave a clear path toward your goals
• Uncover the surprising relationship between physical movement and creativity
• Recognize the unspoken value of failure and how it can lead to unforeseen successes
• Immerse in the importance of broadening your horizon and embracing new perspectives to clear mental roadblocks
• Learn how and why exploration and exploitation for fostering both personal and professional growth

Adam Alter is a Professor of Marketing at New York University’s Stern School of Business and the Robert Stansky Teaching Excellence Faculty Fellow, with an affiliated appointment in the New York University Psychology Department. Adam has also written for the New York Times, New Yorker, Washington Post, Atlantic, WIRED, Slate, Huffington Post, and Popular Science, among other publications. He has shared his ideas on NPR’s Fresh Air, at the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity, and with dozens of companies, including Google, Microsoft, Anheuser Busch, Prudential, and Fidelity, and with several design and ad agencies around the world. Adam’s academic research focuses on judgment and decision-making and social psychology, with a particular interest in the sometimes surprising effects of subtle cues in the environment on human cognition and behavior. His research has been published widely in academic journals, and featured in dozens of TV, radio and print outlets around the world.

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Nikki Eisenhauer explains how practicing mindfulness, being present in the moment, and consciously minimizing distractions such as excessive scrolling can help reduce inner chatter. She shares the need for repetition and consistency in making these lifestyle changes, as well as replacing old, unhelpful habits with new ones that encourage a serene, focused state of mind. In this episode, you’ll also discover:

• How to take control of your personal journey by embracing responsibility and fostering growth
• Mastering the power of stillness and its impact on your well-being
• Learning to acknowledge and utilize the gift of high sensitivity to enrich your life experience.
• How to distinguish between your inner voices to make choices that resonate with your wisest self
• Learning to work with the obstacles on your way to wellness and finally overcome them

Nikki Eisenhauer is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) and has been in private practice since 2009.  She is a passionate mentor, teacher, and healer who transforms head knowledge into heart knowledge to help Seekers move from surviving to thriving.  Nikki is also the host of the podcast Emotional Badass: Where Moxie Meets Mindful, which has over 3+ million downloads in 100+ countries.  She shares her recovery story as a mentoring healing tool to empower highly sensitive people (HSP’s) to embrace who they really are in this one precious life. 

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In this Episode, We Discuss How to Make Lasting Changes and…

• Why motivation and will power are overrated when trying to make lasting changes
• Why you must understand the 5 stages behavior change and match your activity to the proper stage
• How slips up are inevitable and are perfect opportunities to learn
• How to use conflicting energy sources -the pushing away from unwanted behavior and pulling toward a desired behavior
• Why self monitoring and tracking progress increases your chances of success

“Behavior change is not a hundred yard dash, it is indeed a marathon. You need to concretely build in the new behavior, resist temptations and then maintain it over time.“ – John Norcross

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