Influence Every Day

031 Sometimes Actions Think Louder Than Thoughts

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Episode 031 - Sometimes…Actions Think Louder Than Thoughts
The Influence Every Day Show with Dr. Ed Tori
Episode Overview:

In this episode, Dr. Ed Tori dives into an unconventional but powerful perspective on change: that actions can shape our thoughts, sometimes more profoundly than the reverse. While many self-help messages focus on shifting our mindset to drive behavior, Dr. Tori explores the overlooked approach of using action as a catalyst for internal transformation. Drawing on insights from thought leaders like Amy Cuddy, William James, and Robert Cialdini, this episode reveals why small, intentional actions may be the key to lasting growth in influence, leadership, and personal development.

What You’ll Learn:
  • The Power of Action-Driven Change: Discover why shifting your actions can have a ripple effect on your thoughts, emotions, and even beliefs, challenging the traditional “thoughts-first” approach.
  • Key Influence Insights: Learn from research and insights on how commitment and consistency influence belief formation (Leon Festinger), the role of body language in state management, and the science behind power poses.
  • Practical Application: Get a glimpse into Dr. Tori’s Influence Book Club, a community designed to help people transform insights from top influence and communication books into real, practiced skills.  Practical Tools for State Management: Explore Dr. Tori’s resource, “101 Ways to Manage Your State,” which provides actionable strategies to help you take control of your mental and emotional state. Access it at DrTori.com/101.
  • Action as Habit-Building: Understand Aristotle’s wisdom on habit and excellence—why repeated behaviors define us more than occasional good intentions.
    • Memorable Quotes:
    • “Sometimes, action thinks louder than thoughts.”
    • “If you want to change your life, don’t wait for your mindset to shift. Start with the action, and let your thoughts catch up.”
    • “We become what we think, yes—but also what we repeatedly do.”
      • Key Takeaways:
      • Embrace the Behavior-First Approach: By changing your actions, you can influence your mental and emotional state in powerful ways. Smiling, adopting power poses, and managing your body language can change how you feel, not just how others see you.
      • Consistency Builds Commitment: As seen in Festinger’s theory of cognitive dissonance, our actions often strengthen our beliefs and commitment. Taking even small steps in a particular direction can align our mindset over time.
      • Join a Like-Minded Community: In the Influence Book Club, Dr. Tori not only helps others grow in their influence skills but puts action at the forefront, ensuring that members implement what they learn to create lasting impact in their communication and relationships.
        • Connect With the Influence Community:

        If you’re ready to dive deeper into actionable influence skills, join the Influence Book Club at InfluenceBookClub.com. Be part of a community that translates knowledge into impactful behaviors, transforming influence from theory to practice.

        Listener Challenge:

        Think of one small action you can take today to influence your mindset. Strike a power pose, put on a smile, or take one step toward a long-term goal. Notice the shift that a single behavior can have on your thoughts and emotions.

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