
Practicing Courage #4: Letting go of un-helpful habits
About this episode
Are there habitual ways of thinking or behaving that if you were to let go of, would bring more ease, wellbeing, and fulfillment?
Today's practice will introduce you to the work of Dr. Jud Brewer and explore how we can leverage knowledge of how our brains work, the latest science of habit change, as well as a powerful blend of curiosity and kindness, to ultimately let go of ways of thinking and behaving that no are no longer helpful or beneficial in the pursuit of what we care about most.
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Curious to explore this topic further? Here are some conversations on the podcast we think you'll love:
- Dr. Jud Brewer - Is Curiosity a Superpower?
- Dr. Jud Brewer - Harnessing Neuroscience to Change Habits and Find Happiness
- Dr. Leah Weiss and Jerry Colonna - The Future of Work: Love, Safety, and Belonging
Til next Tuesday,
-Joshua
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