352 [Part 1]: Breaking the Cycle: how to focus on longer term goals over immediate gratification

[PART 1] Ever found yourself putting off important tasks because you believe "future you" will handle it better? We discuss how our brains prioritize immediate gratification over long-term goals, and share practical tips to overcome this tendency. 💡 Learn how to make the right choices for your long-term goals by understanding the battle between your emotional brain and logical brain. Discover 4 key strategies to hack your brain and align your decision-making with your goals and aspirations for your best life. [00:02:10] The '12-week year' thesis [00:04:28] Future Self myth [00:08:22] Immediate gratification vs long-term thinking [00:13:32] Emotional vs. logical brain [00:15:33] Accountability coaching offer [00:21:26] Creating immediate rewards for better choices [00:24:14] Motivation and reward strategies [00:28:49] 'Future you,' the mythical superhero Show notes: https://www.onairella.com/post/352-create-your-best-life ----------------------------------------- On Air With Ella is for women who want to feel better, look better, live better - and have more fun doing it. This is where we share simple strategies and tips for living a bit better every day. If you’re interested in mindset and wellness, healthy habits and relationships, or hormone health, aging well and eating well, then you’re in the right place. Connect with Me: Instagram Website LinkedIn YouTube Private Facebook Group My Amazon Storefront ☎️ Leave a voice message: +1 (202) 681-0388 ----------------------------------------------- 🛍️ PROMOS - shop, save and support! I am powered by functional mushrooms! Shop my ONLY recommended brand of lion's mane, reishi, cordyceps, chaga and get 20% off - NO CODE NEEDED! Build and keep muscle. Shop Kion Amino Acids - save with promo code ONAIRELLA My favorite probiotic Oxyceutics - use code ELLA15 to save 15% (use “subscribe & save” for additional 20% discount) Tone your pelvic floor! YARLAP Kegel System - use code ELLA for $30 off (US only) See all of my discounts and brands that I love