19 Questions
What is a good idea to do when your energy is flagging and you need a pick-me-up?
Consult a list of things that give you joy and reinvigorate your purpose and passion
Regular exercise will decrease your self-esteem.
False
What should you schedule in like they're important appointments to get the most from your breaks?
Breaks
To fuel your willpower, consider how to fuel your _______________________ first.
body
What is a benefit of having a weekly schedule built around your priorities?
You will have less work to do
It's recommended to sit down for extended periods without moving.
False
What should you do every forty minutes to an hour when working?
Take a full break for around ten minutes
Match the following benefits with regular exercise:
Boosts self-esteem = a Fills body with endorphins = b Keeps you fit and strong = c Help you exercise your resolve = d
How you do anything is how you do _______________________.
everything
What is the common mistake people make when creating a schedule?
They block in their paid employment and then allow themselves scraps of time for personal life
Trying to achieve a completely rigid schedule is likely to make you more resilient.
False
What is the purpose of breaks, treats, and rewards?
To acknowledge and celebrate progress, and to keep motivation up.
Rewards should be ______________ enough to actually mean something to you.
significant
What should you avoid when rewarding yourself?
Choosing a reward that undermines your achievement
Dopamine is a powerful punisher neurotransmitter.
False
What happens when you experience joy and pride in your accomplishments?
It releases dopamine, which makes the preceding behavior more likely to be repeated.
When rewarding yourself, make sure you know exactly when you will be rewarded, and when you reach that ___________________, pause and truly relish the joy of your success.
milestone
Match the following statements with their corresponding benefits:
Breaks, treats, and rewards = Increases motivation Achieving a rigid schedule = Leads to failures and disappointments Experiencing joy and pride = Releases dopamine and motivates behavior
Living a more self-disciplined life means living like your own drill sergeant, completely rigid and inflexible.
False
Study Notes
Living a Self-Disciplined Life
- Doesn't mean living a rigid and inflexible life, but rather allowing time for rest, recuperation, and joy to maintain motivation and productivity.
- Breaks are important for focus, motivation, and overall well-being.
Using Breaks Effectively
- Make rewards appropriate and significant to motivate progress.
- Schedule breaks like important appointments and avoid skipping them.
- Take a 10-minute break every 40-60 minutes and a 20-minute break every 4 hours.
- Incorporate movement, mindfulness, and varied activities into breaks.
Cultivating Self-Discipline
- Focus on replacing bad habits with better ones rather than eliminating them.
- Observe current habits, understand their purpose, triggers, and results, and rework them in favor.
- Establish a healthy lifestyle with good habits to reduce the need for self-discipline.
Fueling Self-Discipline
- Maintain stable blood sugar levels through diet to improve self-control.
- Regular exercise boosts self-esteem, endorphins, and physical health.
- Establish a morning routine to set a positive tone for the day.
Scheduling for Success
- Prioritize tasks and cluster less important ones together.
- Build in wiggle room and time to appraise and adjust.
- Schedule time for rest, recuperation, and reward to maintain motivation and productivity.
This quiz explores the importance of time management and self-discipline in achieving a balanced life. It highlights the mistake of allowing work to dictate one's schedule and the need for flexibility in planning.
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