The Science Behind Goal Setting | Humble Hustle #025
The Science Behind Goal Setting
Every successful and ambitious person I’ve met set goals.
But I wonder if goals are just a “feel good” thing or if there’s scientifically proven benefit.
So I did a bit of reading.
Unsurprisingly, there’s a tonne of research showing how goal-setting changes the way our own brain functions.
Here’s exactly what goal setting does:
- Goal setting alters the structure of your brain
- The emotional brain (amygdala) evaluates the importance of the goal
- The rational brain (frontal lobe) tracks the specifics of the goal
- The emotional and rational brain work together to keep you focused and motivated
- All of this alters how you behave that causes you to achieve your goals
- Challenging goals alter your brain structure faster than easy/loose goals.
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So, goal setting is literally brain-changing (and life-changing).
If you haven’t already, I urge you to take some time to set out your ambitious goals for this year.
And while you do that, I’ll leave you with a relevant motivational quote by Bernard Cline
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New 2023 Wallpaper: Iridescent
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I’ve been working on this new wallpaper bundle for a while and I’m really happy with the end result!
The wallpapers feature true blacks, aesthetic grain and soft gradient blurs, all in full 8K to show off your phone, tablet or monitor.
The first 50 to use code “loyal” get 20% off. Enjoy!
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Free Facebook Ads Course for 2023
​After 2 very popular annual tutorials, here’s my 2023 guide and free course on Facebook Ads.
Facebook Ads continue to change so quickly, so I’ve incorporated the changes and what we’re doing in this free course.
Can’t wait to see how this tutorial helps others throughout the year.
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200” Laser Projectors
Over the last month I’ve been playing around with 4 different projectors in my studio setup.
4K laser projectors blown up to 200” is just insane, check it out!
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Week In My Life
Here's what my day and week in my life looks lik when I travel overseas to work remotely.
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🌾 Link Harvest – a curated list of useful things
​Razer Edge – A new 5G handheld gaming console worth checking out
​​Tesla Price Cuts – Prices discounted up to 20%, which is huge. Great time to buy a Tesla.
​CES 2023 Roundup – If you’re interested in futuristic tech
​Why 2023 is The Best Year to Start a Business – Interesting read on why this year is great for business
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