The Power of Habits
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What steps are involved in rewiring the brain and changing a habit?

  • Noticing the cue, noticing the impact or outcome, creating a vision
  • Conscious reflection, experimentation, and action (correct)
  • Adopting an orientation characterized by curiosity, openness, and acceptance
  • Practicing the Pause PRO
  • What should you create a vision of when trying to change a habit?

  • The cue
  • What is important to you
  • The impact or outcome
  • What you want instead (correct)
  • What is the key to self-regulation of attention?

  • Action
  • Conscious reflection
  • Noticing (correct)
  • Experimentation
  • What is the importance of conscious reflection, experimentation, and action?

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    What is the purpose of practicing the Pause in PRO? (Pause, Relax and Breathe, Open to the new)

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    Study Notes

    Rewiring the Brain and Changing a Habit

    • Identifying the habit triggers is crucial to understand the habit loop.
    • Replacing negative thoughts with positive affirmations promotes new neural pathways.
    • Consistent and intentional practice reinforces new behaviors and strengthens neural connections.

    Creating a Vision for Habit Change

    • Envisioning the desired behavior helps to establish clear goals and purpose.
    • Include emotional and sensory details to make the vision more compelling and motivating.
    • A strong vision can serve as a constant reminder and source of motivation during the change process.

    Key to Self-Regulation of Attention

    • Mindfulness practices enhance the ability to focus and maintain attention on important tasks.
    • Regularly monitoring one's thoughts and behaviors leads to improved self-awareness and control.
    • Developing concentration techniques can help minimize distractions and improve overall productivity.

    Importance of Conscious Reflection, Experimentation, and Action

    • Conscious reflection allows for evaluation of past behaviors and identification of areas for improvement.
    • Experimentation promotes a growth mindset by encouraging trial and error in behavior change.
    • Taking action cements learning and transforms insights into practical applications for habit change.

    Purpose of Practicing the Pause in PRO

    • The Pause allows individuals to interrupt impulsive reactions and create space for thoughtful responses.
    • Relaxing and breathing during this moment helps to reduce stress and promote clarity.
    • Opening to new possibilities encourages flexibility in thinking and enhances adaptability to change.

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    Test your knowledge on automatic behaviors and cognitive processes with this quiz. From driving to playing the piano, explore the world of habits and learn how our thoughts are influenced by our emotions. Find out how situational triggers and cues can shape our everyday actions.

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