Episode Summary: This episode explores Intentions and their significance. Co-hosting this audio show Sanah - a budding neuroscientist and Harmeet - an executive coach, share from their lives what makes intentions distinct from purpose, how our brain works when it comes to goal-defined behaviour,

Topics Discussed:

• What is the distinction between purpose and intentions
• Why 'setting intentions' matter
• What do people struggle with most while setting their goals?
• The "approach versus avoidance" behaviour from the neuroscience perspective
• Role of visualization and emotions - in moving us towards our goal
• Differences between thoughts and beliefs, and where do beliefs stem from
• Distinct ways in which Gen Z versus Gen X perceive the world

Resources Mentioned:

• Double-blind test of the effects of distant intention on water crystal formation (Radin, Masaro Emoto, et al., 2006)
• The Willpower Instinct- Kelly McGonigal
• Execution and Motor Imagery- Motor imagery and action observation: cognitive tools for rehabilitation (Mulder 2007)

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Music by Jay Someday