Podcast episode
[A013] Cheating: Discipline Yo Self But Binge on Netflix and Ice Cream
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Originally published Dec 24, 2015. Some information and links may no longer be current.
Show notes
Could cheat days actually help you accomplish your goals?
We praise self-discipline a great deal, and even we acknowledge that sometimes you just have to suck it up and do what you need to do. However, there are times that cheating a little can help you accomplish your goals.
Before you decide that you can’t have any fun, consider that adding cheat days to your routine could actually help you in the long run.
Concepts
- What are cheat days?
- Should you even use the term cheat days? What does it imply when you think that your life is no fun?
- How can fudging a little on your discipline help you accomplish your overall goals?
- Tips for making cheat days more effective.
Video Clips
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUKU_KryR2Y
Resources
Information from the APA at about will power and its limits.
University College of London busts the myth of the 21 day habit formation.
My Fitness Pal breaks down the problems with cheat days and how they can slow you down.
WebMD explains how to use cheat days to boost your willpower and reach your goals.Referenced video clips
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