The Pursuit with Tall John
Welcome to "The Pursuit" with Tall John, a podcast dedicated to guiding you on your journey towards optimal health, personal growth, and fulfillment. Whether you're seeking to improve your nutrition, enhance your fitness routine, or cultivate a positive mindset, this podcast offers practical insights and inspiration to help you thrive.
Hosted by health coach Tall John, "The Pursuit" is for individuals who are committed to living their best lives and refuse to settle for anything less. Through engaging discussions, expert interviews, and actionable advice, we explore topics ranging from nutrition and exercise to mindset and goal-setting, empowering you to unlock your potential and pursue your passions with purpose. Join us as we chase our dreams, lead by example, and inspire others to do the same on the journey to greatness.
The Pursuit with Tall John
Good For Lola
Summary
The conversation revolves around the topic of resisting positive change and making choices that are good for long-term well-being. The speaker uses the example of their new puppy, Lola, who is attracted to chewing on mulch despite it being harmful. The speaker draws parallels between Lola's behavior and human tendencies to resist healthy habits. They provide tips for overcoming resistance, such as setting clear achievable goals, creating a supportive environment, building a consistent routine, and using positive reinforcement. The speaker emphasizes the importance of making choices that benefit future well-being and encourages listeners to pursue their best selves.
Keywords
resisting change, positive habits, healthy choices, long-term well-being, overcoming resistance
Takeaways
Resisting positive change is a common human tendency, often driven by the comfort zone and preference for instant gratification.
To overcome resistance, set clear achievable goals, break them down into smaller steps, and celebrate small victories along the way.
Create a supportive environment by removing temptations and setting up systems that make healthy choices easier.
Building a consistent routine helps turn positive behaviors into habits.
Use positive reinforcement to reward yourself for sticking to your goals.
Making choices that benefit long-term well-being is important for a healthy and vibrant future self.
Titles
Overcoming Resistance to Healthy Habits
Choosing What's Good for You in the Long Run
Sound Bites
"Why do we resist doing what's good for us?"
"Set clear achievable goals and celebrate small victories."
"Set up your environment to support your goals."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Lola's Fascination with Mulch
02:03 Why Do We Resist Doing What's Good for Us?
04:12 Setting Goals and Creating a Supportive Environment
05:30 Building a Consistent Routine for Positive Habits
07:08 Prioritizing Long-Term Well-Being
08:16 Conclusion and Call to Action
09:10 The Pursuit Exit.mp4
Reach TJ at Talljohn.com or TallJohn77 on IG
Thank you for listening.