The Better Man Podcast

061: Start Small, But Start NOW


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There's a trap that we all fall into when we want to build healthier habits. Everyone falls into this trap. Myself included.

The trap?

Waiting until we're out of a busy season of our life to get started on our goals.

Here's the truth:

Life never stops throwing things at you. You will NEVER have the perfect time to start.

And you know what?

Avoiding this trap is much simpler than you think...

You just have to find the smallest version of whatever habit you want to build. And just start.

It sounds too simple to work, but you'll surprise yourself by how effective it is.

In this episode, I cover…

  • The "Start Small, But Now" secret for finally achieving your goals
  • How to find the smallest version of any new habit you want to build
  • Why relying on motivation almost always fails

And more.

Listen now to finally get out of your own way and build any new habit you want.

Show highlights include:

  • The "get on the mat" method for finally starting—and sticking with—your yoga practice (3:03)
  • Why worrying too much about the benefits of your new habits actually strips away your motivation (4:02)
  • How having a certain pair of shoes for running or weight training forces your brain to stick with it (even when you don't want to) (6:43)
  • Why celebrating even the tiniest of milestones pours gasoline on the fire of forming new habits (even if it feels silly) (7:15)
  • The counterintuitive "action inspires motivation" secret for building motivation to accomplish any goal (14:15)

Resources mentioned in this episode:

1. Bird-Dogs - Use this link and get a free stainless steel tumbler when you purchase on manflowyoga.com/birddogs

Other important links:

Want to improve your sexual wellness, get stronger erections, and last longer in bed? Then join the FREE 7-Day Sexual Wellness Challenge here: https://shrtlnk.co/uA27H

Want to unlock more flexibility and strength, reduce your risk of injury, and feel your absolute best over the next 7 days? Then join the FREE 7-Day Beginner's Yoga for Men Challenge here: https://ManFlowYoga.com/7dc.

Tired of doing a form of yoga that causes more injuries than it helps prevent? The cold, hard truth is men need yoga specifically designed for them. Well, here's some good news: You can start your 7-day free trial to Man Flow Yoga by visiting https://ManFlowYoga.com/join.

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