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"All men's miseries derive from not being able to sit in a quiet room alone." ~Blaise Pascal This Fantastic Frequently Asked Friday episode is a topic near and dear to MG's heart — especially these days: What is the best way to meditate?  The answer isn't cut-and-dried, but the first step is to BEGIN. Just do it! Meditation is a practice, so don't forget to track it. Secondly, experiment! There's no one right way to meditate. Don't get caught up in form and function, how to sit, etc. Maybe you stretch. Maybe you don't want to close your eyes. Who cares? Just experiment and track it! Listen in to hear about common meditation mistakes (don't try to be efficient), and how to experiment with your surroundings, hit your meditation stride, and find the tools to bring stillness and clarity to your life. Enjoy the episode! ***** New listeners: By texting the word "HABITS" to the mobile phone number "33444" you will instantly receive your "hack"/habit tracker/habit development template, or you can download it here: th

"To think is easy. To act is hard. But the hardest thing in the world is to act in accordance with your thinking” ~ Johann Wolfgang von Goethe On this special Wednesday Mind Bullet episode, we explore a topic rooted in the great quote above by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. To paraphrase: Thinking is easy. Acting is hard. But to act as you think is the most difficult of all! Taking action is a common theme here at Habits2Goals. Recall Napoleon Hill's words: "Action is the real measure of intelligence."  How often do we "think" we should eat a certain way. Do we always act that way? We think we should save money. Do we? Acting as we think is difficult! But this is more than discipline or willpower: Are we acting in coherence with our thinking? The beginning of acting as we think is the (drumroll) . . . establishment of a habit! Listen in for a discussion of why goal-setting sometimes crumbles and how self-efficacy -- the ability to produce a desired result -- is the direct product of PARR.  Enjoy! *** New listene

"It is the height of stupidity to believe that in the course of your short life, your few decades of consciousness, you can somehow rewire the configurations of your brain... time will mercilessly expose your weakness and impatience." ~Robert Greene On this Mind Bullet Monday we revisit a topic that can't be addressed enough: Impatience. In short, there are no shortcuts to greatness. Robert Greene's fascinating work, Mastery, offers a brutal take on the subject: Essentially, he says, it's the "height of stupidity" to be impatient -- to think you can rest on your laurels and not actively pursue mastery. We're all a little bit impatient — it's ingrained in us to some extent. We of the microwave generations have become wired for instant gratification. But we cannot translate this impatience and reliance on any shortcuts to reach true mastery -- success. Listen in to hear a fascinating angle on impatience, and how to actually embrace the process of reaching true mastery and following the process -- for as long as

"Consistency over time vs. a short burst of activity is what ultimately encourages and supports the development of any habit." Today's Frequently Asked Friday episode aims to bust a myth: "To form a habit you must perform the behavior every day." That is absolutely NOT true! The worst part, believing such a myth might actually prevent you from trying to develop new, positive habits! What is important -- above all else -- is consistency over time! Remember P.A.R.R.: Plan, Act, Record Reassess. The process of habit tracking for 28 days will allow the "seedling" of your habit to take root. Raising the minimum success criteria and going another 28 days will instill it even further!   Listen in to hear what actually has to happen to create a habit and develop a skill. Enjoy the episode! ***** New listeners: By texting the word "HABITS" to the mobile phone number "33444" you will instantly receive your "hack"/habit tracker/habit development template, or you can download it here: thehabitfactor.com/templates. Feel f

"Are you interested in achieving your life's goals and becoming successful or are you committed? Understanding that difference changed my life!" ~ John Assaraf Habits2Goals is proud to present a personal development, living legend, Mr. John Assaraf — bestselling author, CEO of NeuroGym, business growth expert and leader in the field of brain research and brain retraining. When John was 19 years old — broke, jobless and spiraling downward — he met a business mentor who asked him a question that changed his life: "John, are you interested in achieving your goals or are you committed? If you're interested you'll take the easy way, but when you're committed you will do whatever it takes. You will change your beliefs about yourself." John never looked back and found that we all have the power to change our lives.  Learn about "Innercise" neuroscience of success and goal achievement — and how John Assaraf became the poster child for how dramatically your life can change once you learn to master your mindset. Enjoy

"The mind creates the abyss; the heart crosses it. " - Sri Nisargadatta Maharaj This Magnificent Mind Bullet Monday is inspired by a powerful quote: "The mind creates the abyss; the heart crosses it." Sometimes our thoughts and our reasoning can create problems, especially when it comes to goal setting. When we overthink things, the "abyss" gets bigger and bigger as we rationalize our way out of our hopes and dreams.  But when we quiet the mind, instead of focusing on the obstacles, we can commit -- and then solve the problems along the way! Listen in to hear how dialing down your thinking and throwing your heart into your goals can bring you untold rewards! Enjoy! *** New listeners: By texting the word "HABITS" to the mobile phone number "33444" you will instantly receive your "hack"/habit tracker/habit development template, or you can download it here: thehabitfactor.com/templates. Feel free to share the episode and leave a review on iTunes!  ***** Subscribe iTunes here! Subscribe: Android | RSS ***** TOOL

"Remember, it's rarely either/or; it's BOTH!" This Frequently Asked Fridays episode comes on the heels of our "What Are Your Favorite Self-Help Quotes?" episode.  This week, we go the opposite direction: "What are the worst self-help cliches?" Some of these platitudes are regurgitated so much they are actually painful to hear, misunderstood and detrimental to our well-being. The problem is, our life views don't have to be an either-or situation. Don't get caught up in a train or tract of thinking that may trap you! Listen in to hear the top three worst self-help cliches and why they are both true and missing some key ingredients -- and how they fall victim to dichotomous thinking.  Enjoy the episode! ***** New listeners: By texting the word "HABITS" to the mobile phone number "33444" you will instantly receive your "hack"/habit tracker/habit development template, or you can download it here: thehabitfactor.com/templates. Feel free to share the episode and leave a review on iTunes!  ***** Subscribe iTunes here

"In my awareness journey, I had to rewire how I looked at health and how I looked at my energy. The better my energy is, the better my life is." ~ Joe Apfelbaum Today's powerful Habits2Goals interview features Joe Apfelbaum -- a  phenomenal entrepreneur, CEO, Google Certified trainer and coach who lives and breathes personal development. His work has been featured in Business Insider, the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Entrepreneur and more. Besides incredible business accomplishments, Joe has one of the greatest personal development stories around: Six years ago he was 260 pounds, smoking, overeating, not exercising. He had a successful business but was abusing his body and ultimately his mind.  Listen in to hear about Joe's journey toward taking his energy -- mind body and spirit -- up a notch, finally feeling complete with who he is, and see how habit played a key role. Enjoy the show! RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Visit Joe's Website and sign up for his newsletter Join Joe's Mojovation Group on Facebook Find

"In computer science, garbage in, garbage out (GIGO) is where flawed, or nonsense input data produces nonsense output or 'garbage'." For this Habits2Goals Mind Bullet Monday episode, we look at a fundamental concept that is at once simple and profound: "Garbage in, garbage out." In other words, our input produces our output. From a goal achievement standpoint, it's easy to see that habit is the input while goals are the output. But it isn't just about goal achievement -- "garbage in, garbage out" is applicable to multiple angles of life, from language to food to thought. In fact, what we put in equals what we get out. If we're putting in the wrong information -- or misinformation -- the results will be lacking. Listen in for a reminder to ask yourself, "Where is garbage flowing into my life?" Where are your results disappointing you? Enjoy! *** New listeners: By texting the word "HABITS" to the mobile phone number "33444" you will instantly receive your "hack"/habit tracker/habit development template, or you

"Happiness is the meaning and the purpose of life; the whole aim and end of human existence . . . Our happiness depends upon ourselves." ~ Aristotle Our FFAF (Fantastic Frequently Asked Friday) is a doozy that falls into the realm of philosophy: What is the aim of life?  Stripping away the environmental contexts we all are ensnared in, several philosophies try to tackle the question.  Is the aim of life to be happy, a la the Dalai Lama? But what if happiness is choice, crafted for ourselves? Is the aim of life to be of service? Or, as Aristotle says, to better ourselves -- pursue virtue?  Perhaps the aim of life is multifold. Listen in for a fascinating discussion of the meaning of life -- and how habit contributes to the end goal. Enjoy the episode! ***** New listeners: By texting the word "HABITS" to the mobile phone number "33444" you will instantly receive your "hack"/habit tracker/habit development template, or you can download it here: thehabitfactor.com/templates. Feel free to share the episode and lea

"How do you want to paint your future? With a brush of fear and the wrong choices? Or with the brush of hope and going in the right direction?" ~ Henry J. Evans Today's interview — an important discussion about getting unstuck in life — connects with Habits2Goals' great friend and former co-host Henry J. Evans, a dynamic marketing expert, best-selling author, speaker and consultant on accountability, strategy execution and emotionally intelligent leadership. We ALL will come to a point when we get stuck in one area of life or another -- mind, body, spirit, social, finance, adventure, business -- the critical thing is how we respond. When you're stuck, you've likely created a fear-based story that keeps you from moving. When you find yourself lost and stuck, what are the tools to rattle yourself and get yourself unstuck and moving again?  Listen in to this interesting discussion about changing your physiology and "state" of being using some real, practical tips not to mention how to apply The Habit Factor meth

"Trust the process. Your time is coming. Just do the work and the results will handle themselves." ~ Tony Gaskins An inspiring Mind-Bullet Monday speaks to all of us: When something doesn't go our way in the moment, all is not lost. Accept what happens and trust the process — trust the universe. Too often, the story you create in your head can hold you back. "They're against me. It wasn't right. I've been treated unfairly." What if the story you're telling yourself in your head isn't true? What if you're exactly where you are meant to be, learning the lessons you need to learn? When life doesn't unfold the way you expect it to, how you respond is key. When you accept what happens and trust the process -- trust the universe -- so many good things can still happen for you.  Listen in and hear about how being a good sport isn't just an act. It's an acceptance that something good can still come out of a situation. Enjoy! *** New listeners: By texting the word "HABITS" to the mobile phone number "33444" you will i

"All men's natures are alike— it's their habits that carry them far apart." ~ Confucius This first Frequently Asked Friday of the season is near and dear to MG's heart: What are your favorite habit quotes?  Long a huge fan of personal development quotes, especially about habit, MG says that the right quote at the right time -- if it truly resonates -- can offer clarity and be a real game-changer in life. Quotes by some of the greatest thinkers of ALL time truly encapsulate the seemingly magical force of habit. Listen in to hear some favorite quotes about habit along with some honorable mentions. Perhaps one will strike a chord with you! Enjoy the episode! ***** New listeners: By texting the word "HABITS" to the mobile phone number "33444" you will instantly receive your "hack"/habit tracker/habit development template, or you can download it here: thehabitfactor.com/templates. Feel free to share the episode and leave a review on iTunes!  ***** Subscribe iTunes here! Subscribe: Android | RSS ***** RESOURCES RE

"If you think BIG and act BIG, you WILL be BIG!" ~Mark Moses Habits2Goals kicks off Season V with a B I G interview: entrepreneur, best-selling author, philanthropist and 12-time Ironman triathlete Mark Moses. Mark's business, CEO Coaching International, coaches more than 100 CEOs and entrepreneurs in nine countries, helping them increase profitability, meet business objectives and reach new heights. His recently released book, Make Big Happen: How to Live, Work, and Give Big, stems from Mark's lifelong credo that you can achieve anything if you believe in yourself.  Mark says, "Let's not dream about it: Let's do it!" Four big questions frame the book as well as Mark's philosophy: What do you want? How do you get what you want? What's going to get in the way? How do you hold yourself accountable? Listen in to hear a fascinating discussion about figuring out what you want — if you were to wake up a year from now celebrating, what exactly would you be celebrating?  Listen in to learn more! Enjoy the show! RE

"If you want to reach a goal, you must 'see the reaching' in your own mind." ~Zig Ziglar Welcome to Season 5! This Mind-Bullet Monday kickoff discusses vision — the critical importance of seeing the completion of your goal long before you actually accomplish it.  Recently, MG has become fascinated with slacklining. You may have seen this at parks or beaches, where people attempt to balance along a suspended length of webbing between two anchors. Addicted to the challenge of slacklining on the beach, but frustrated by an inability to "see" himself succeeding at a difficult trick, he found himself stuck — until a small boost gave him the vision he needed to break through. Listen in to hear more about the gift of vision and how the ability to believe first will help you "see the reaching" and achieve your greatest goals. Enjoy! New listeners: By texting the word "HABITS" to the mobile phone number "33444" you will instantly receive your "hack"/habit tracker/habit development template, or you can download it here

"It's not a question of whether you will or won't become stuck, the question is how are you going to respond?" Today's episode MG checks in to tell you he's alive (extended summer vacation ; ) and he's excited to let you know that Season V is in the queue and will go live 11/5! Fantastic interviews, mind-bullets and FAFs are on their way... AND he urges you, should you feel stuck or want a SOLID KICK in the *SS to join the newly setup, FREE "Get Unstuck" Course (limited time). It's a very powerful, step-by-step review of The Habit Factor method and includes important exercises, quizzes and templates— all FREE. Get after it! -- >>FREE UNSTUCK COURSE HERE (limited time) Enjoy the episode! ***** Subscribe iTune here! Subscribe: Android | RSS ***** ~~NEW~~ The New HabitXP Planner! Grab your FREE copy of As a Man Thinketh (PDF) right here: As a Man Thinketh The Magic of Thinking BIG! (David Schwartz) The Success Principles (Jack Canfield) Getting Things Done! (Allen's Great Book!) TRELLO! >>> RESOURCES!! (FREE!

"When you align and craft habits intentionally to your goals, it's like running with the wind at your back." Today's FAF: "What is the recommended number of habits to start tracking as a newbie?" The short answer is no more than three habits at a time, especially when you're starting out and it's important to know why! It's a testament to the effectiveness of the P.A.R.R. habit development methodology that users are so tempted to add more habits to track. But less is really the key when you start out! Listen to learn the key's of effective habit tracking for any newbie and why The Habit Factor has established itself as the gold-standard for habit development and goal-achievement! Enjoy the episode! ***** Subscribe iTune here! Subscribe: Android | RSS ***** ~~NEW~~ The New HabitXP Planner! Grab your FREE copy of As a Man Thinketh (PDF) right here: As a Man Thinketh The Magic of Thinking BIG! (David Schwartz) The Success Principles (Jack Canfield) Getting Things Done! (Allen's Great Book!) TRELLO! >>> RESOURCE

"If you want to change your life, you have to raise your standards." ~ Tony Robbins Standard: A level of quality or attainment. Used or accepted as normal or average. In this second-to-last episode of Season IV -- and 50th episode of the season! -- this special Mind-Bullet Wednesday ponders the concept of standards. We subconsciously set "acceptable" standards in the major areas of our lives -- appearance, dress, diet, wealth, etc. Sometimes, setting a new standard -- demanding  more of yourself -- can dramatically boost your health, self esteem and more. Since we tend to get what we accept, let's set the bar higher! Challenge just ONE of your currently acceptable standards to create a higher quality of life — and see once again how it all tracks back to HABIT. Enjoy! New listeners: By texting the word "HABITS" to the mobile phone number "33444" you will instantly receive your "hack"/habit tracker/habit development template, or you can download it here: thehabitfactor.com/templates. Feel free to share the epi

“The beginning of wisdom is to call things by their proper name." ~ Chinese Proverb    Today's MBM, (Mind-Bullet Monday) centers around an insight intrinsic to The Habit Factor: How language shapes our thinking. Language shapes how we think and therefore how we solve problems! For instance, why is it that scholars and "experts" in goal achievement hadn't previously identified the intentional crafting and alignment of habits as a methodology for goal achievement? Instead focusing on tasks and "next steps". Here's the reason: For the most part, habit has carried with it a "negative" connotation, ie: smoking, drinking, drugs, biting nails, etc. Thus, making it more difficult to naturally associate habit as a process/methodology for goal achievement. Why does this matter? When you understand words/language with greater precision it translates to different thinking! As you research and work toward your goal be sure to investigate and analyze the language that surrounds it. Listen in to hear more about how language

"It's not what you look at that matters. It's what you see." ~ Henry David Thoreau When things go sideways, what do you see? When it all hits the fan, how do you spin it? How well are you able to hold your vision when you hit obstacles? Are you able to keep your eyes on the prize? The great Henry Ford once said, "Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal." The great Brian Tracy put it this way: "Clarity is 95% of success." Always know, if you look hard enough, there's a pony in there somewhere! Enjoy the episode! ***** Subscribe iTune here! Subscribe: Android | RSS ***** ~~NEW~~ The New HabitXP Planner! Grab your FREE copy of As a Man Thinketh (PDF) right here: As a Man Thinketh The Magic of Thinking BIG! (David Schwartz) The Success Principles (Jack Canfield) Getting Things Done! (Allen's Great Book!) TRELLO! >>> RESOURCES!! (FREE! The Habit Factor's Tracking Template) The Habit Factor® (website: BLOG, tips, tools and other resources) The Habit Factor® Book (Amazon