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3698: Heart-Centered Motivation by Steve Pavlina on Goal Setting and Finding Fulfillment


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Episode 3698:

Steve Pavlina challenges the limits of logic-based goal setting by showing how aligning with heart-centered motivation leads to deeper fulfillment and sustained drive. By trusting your emotional compass over external validation or mental constructs, you can pursue goals that feel authentic and energizing rather than forced or draining.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://stevepavlina.com/blog/2006/11/heart-centered-motivation/

Quotes to ponder:

"When your heart’s not in a goal, you’ll procrastinate, and even if you push through and succeed, the victory will feel hollow."

"Heart-centered motivation makes you feel inspired, uplifted, and energized. It taps into your spirit and creativity."

"Your feelings are your internal compass. Trust them."

Episode references:

Abraham-Hicks teachings: https://www.abraham-hicks.com/

Psycho-Cybernetics: https://www.amazon.com/Psycho-Cybernetics-Updated-Expanded-Self-Image/dp/0399176136

Getting Things Done by David Allen: https://gettingthingsdone.com/

The Power of Now: https://www.amazon.com/Power-Now-Guide-Spiritual-Enlightenment/dp/1577314808

Think and Grow Rich: https://www.amazon.com/Think-Grow-Rich-Landmark-Bestseller/dp/1585424331

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