How To Build Habits That Actually Stick, with Jon Gordon

How do you build lifelong habits that actually stick?In this episode, Ethan sits down with bestselling author Jon Gordon to discuss the profound impact of mindset shifts and small, positive routines. Jon shares insights from his book, The Power of Positive Habits, exploring how to reframe negative defaults, build a connected lifestyle, and focus on sustainable changes over temporary quick fixes. They dive deep into the reality of long-term consistency, moving past comfort, and choosing daily growth.Ready to transform your own routine?Subscribe to Ethan's newsletter for more exclusive health tips: https://ethansuplee.substack.com/subscribeSHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:01:23 - Welcome to American Glutton00:02:16 - The Micro-Habits That Spark Big Changes00:04:31 - The Daily "Thank You" Walk00:05:33 - Reframing Your Perspective on Effort00:07:08 - Mindset and Health Go Hand in Hand00:09:44 - Shifting Identity from "Thin" to "Fit and Strong"00:11:27 - The Danger of Overcomplicating Routines00:14:15` - The Power of Prayer and Meditation00:16:07 - Mastering Your Morning Routine00:17:25 - Why We Tune into Negative Frequencies00:20:45 - The Zone: Connection vs Disconnection00:24:01 - Finding a Higher Power in Community00:28:21 - Positive Discontent vs Complacency00:30:04 - Three Things Every Human Needs to Thrive00:32:17 - Love Tough: Applying Parenting Boundaries to Yourself00:34:54 - The Holistic Reality of Weight Loss Drugs00:39:56 - Downstream Effects and Working with Nature's Design00:43:23 - Episode Outro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.