Habit Doctor's Podcast

Since I write about personal development and investing, you might be surprised to learn that I’m a pessimist at heart. The pull of pessimism is so strong that I had to force myself to adopt an optimistic outlook on life.Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

When someone attacked or criticised my ideas, I used to feel the need to defend myself. “I’m going to have to say something!” But now I’m not sure what the point is anymore. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

Is it exhausting trying to find a work-life equilibrium? Getting through this is a challenge. On the one hand, there’s a job, a promotion, a goal, and a paycheck. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

Nature’s laws were straightforward in antiquity. You would die if you didn’t compete for food, shelter, or sex. There is still a lot of competition for those things, but it actually makes us weaker.Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

There is no universally agreed-upon definition of what it means to “develop one’s personal brand.” Furthermore, there is no single method for measuring it. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

What are some of your strongest professional assets?Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

True personal freedom means being able to do and be with whomever you want whenever you want it. Personal liberty is, for the majority of us, a pipe dream.Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

Overwhelmed and restless on a regular basis? Is there a specific reason why you feel this way? We’ve all been there. We feel bad in those situations. We’re making the wrong choices.Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

Your character is shaped by the values you choose to live by. And your core values are a direct result of what you do on a daily basis. To put it another way, it means that you are defined by what you do, not what you say.Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

Many of us believe that uncertainty is the root of our anxieties. Life is full of uncertainties, after all. However, you must first determine the source of your anxiety in order to come up with a strategy for overcoming it.Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

Do you ever feel as if you’re in the middle of a never-ending blur? The world is changing at a rapid pace. It’s hard to tell when you’re excited about a new opportunity and when you’re depressed for no reason. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

Your habits determine where you are in life. Most succinctly put was by Will Durant (and not Aristotle).”We are what we do on a daily basis. “Excellence, then, is not an act, but rather a habit, “This is, I believe, also true of excellence’s polar opposite.Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

There’s a lot of room for improvement in the future. The only day you have is today. Your life will never be the same again. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

One of the hottest words in entrepreneurship, happiness, productivity, or anything related to personal growth is self-awarenessRead&Listen MoreSupport the show

There were times when I wanted nothing more than to devour an entire bag of potato chips at once. Kettle or Tyrrells’ thick, hand-cooked chips are my favourite.Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

Almost every time I talk to someone about how to improve a particular aspect of their life, whether it’s their finances, health, or interpersonal relationships, I bring up the subject of awareness. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

People who know it all are well-known. That’s what they say, at any rate. When it comes to getting irritated, I’m not one of those people who react quickly.Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

During the first few months of 2015, I was feeling pretty down about my job. Just a year earlier, I’d given up on my dreams of starting my own business and accepted a position in London with an IT research firm.Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

My newsletter subscribers were the first to know about this. Then why not share it with everyone else? Have you ever heard of the social psychology principle of reciprocity?Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

Everyone in modern society is taught that we should all aim higher than we are. This is evident in a wide variety of contexts, including films, books, articles, and even the way people converse privately. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

I’ve found that the more options I have in my life, the more content I am with myself. In order to perform at my best, I need to have a wide range of career options.Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

Fear is the most common obstacle that most people face. When it comes to most people, the fear of failure is a major motivator.Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

This is an exciting time to be a human being. Many previously unimaginable possibilities have been opened up by technological advancements in the last few years.Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

I used to believe that intelligent people were quick-witted. He didn’t give me a moment to ponder. “He’s a quick thinker. ” “Wow, he’s really bright.” It was something I tried for a long time.Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

What do you do when you missed your habits for a day? If you’re like most of us, you probably get disappointed with yourself. We realise how important habits are, and we try hard to stick to them.Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 “What? How about constructing a plane? In my opinion, you’re a lunatic. “You’re doomed to fail.” Everyone fails, and you are no exception. “You have 1,000 songs in your pocket?” Yes, you’re right. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 Isn’t it wonderful to be alive? Despite this, it’s also difficult to grasp the complexities of life. Parents and teachers are fond of reminding their children of the fun they had as children. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 We’re all guilty of making up lame reasons to avoid doing things we don’t feel like doing. “Honey, I’m too tired,” is a common expression. “I have an appointment with the doctor.” “I’m going to a spinning class. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 I’m sure you’re always extending your thoughts beyond what you’ve actually experienced.. Here are some examples to see if I’m right or wrong. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 Let’s be honest for a moment.? The more likes you get on Facebook, Twitter, or any other social media platform, the better your mood and self-esteem. Sadly, many of us trade social currency for self-esteem. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 Both Eastern and Western philosophers hold that we must learn to enjoy the present moment without getting side-tracked by thoughts of the past or the future in order to live fully. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 I’d like to ask you a straightforward question: What is your name? Look, this isn’t even an interview for a job. A politically correct response isn’t what I’m after. As a professional, I take my job very seriously. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 Do you have close friends who never change? In addition, do you have friends who are always striving to improve? Both can be good friends, but the former will seem strange to you in the future because of how different you are from him now. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 Modern society has not progressed at all since it was first introduced. Certainly, technological advancements have occurred. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 When presented with a new opportunity, we believe we should always say “yes.” Many of us are afraid of missing out on valuable opportunities because we don’t want to say no. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 Have you ever stated your opinion only to be shot down by someone else? Maybe by your spouse, boss, parents, or best friend? Or even a stranger? It happened to me many times in the past. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 Say hello to Superman! What’s going on with you? Is it possible to work on multiple projects at once? Consider a vacation? A family to look after? Are you having trouble keeping up with your monthly obligations? Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 A few years ago, I was sceptical of the efficacy of positive affirmations. This isn’t a problem that I’m dealing with alone. They’re despised by the majority of my social circle. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 Do you ever feel as if others don’t understand you? You may have the impression that co-workers don’t understand you. As a result of a disagreement between you and your friends. Maybe you’re being misunderstood by others. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 Whether we realise it or not, we are all multitaskers. Every day, we are bombarded with a slew of messages vying for our time and attention. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 How do you know if you’ve made a good decision? Many people’s responses to that question include: “When the end result is positive. “Why do we, as a society, romanticise the outcomes of our actions? ‘ When something or someone succeeds, they are praised. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 How often do you feel isolated? I miss someone for many reasons and that’s what this is. It’s our belief that everyone should feel lonely when they’re on their own. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 To a certain extent, everything in life can be boiled down to It’s not just chess, running marathons, or playing video games that people like to compare life to, but they also say it is. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 There are a lot of myths that we believe in as a society. One of them is that you can only live a meaningful life if you pursue a career that you enjoy. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 I used to believe that changing your mind was a bad thing. In general, people think you’re a narcissist when you decide to change your mind. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 An art dealer is one of my mentors. For him, mediaeval art is his area of expertise. When we last met, he showed me a portion of his private collection that he had brought with him. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 When it comes to self-improvement, adopting a positive return habit is the best strategy. It is for this reason that a lot of advice focuses on changing one’s thoughts and habits. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 My guess is that you’ve already made up your mind. “This guy probably read a motivational quote on social media and now he’s telling us that nothing is impossible. Yeah right. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 Is it important to you how others perceive you? Or are you more concerned with the actions of others? You’re not the only one who feels this way. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show

 When you set goals for yourself, you’re putting effort into pursuing your aspirations. But before you start chasing your dreams, you should first define your goals clearly. Read&Listen MoreSupport the show