Win the Day Ch 10

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What does the term 'escalation of commitment' refer to?

The inclination to increase efforts towards a failing course of action. (correct)

The strategy of diversifying one's efforts over multiple goals.

The tendency to abandon unsuccessful actions.

The habit of making quick decisions without consideration.

Which phrase best summarizes the main message regarding personal behavior and results?

Your actions are designed to achieve the results you currently have. (correct)

Your behaviors are solely responsible for your circumstances.

Personal habits do not impact overall health and wellness.

Life's outcomes are entirely due to external factors.

How does the text suggest breaking a bad habit?

By seeking external support and guidance.

By avoiding challenging situations.

By changing your environment drastically.

By establishing a new, positive habit. (correct)

What metaphor is used to explain the process of developing a new habit?

An S curve illustrating gradual improvement over time. Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of worrying about the future?

It has no beneficial impact on life outcomes. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main point conveyed by Benjamin Franklin's saying, 'One to-day is worth two to-morrows'?

Today should be prioritized over future possibilities. Signup and view all the answers

What does Frederick Buechner suggest about each moment of every day?

Every moment is unique and should be cherished. Signup and view all the answers

According to the content, what is differentiated by urgency and immediacy?

Immediacy is based on faith, while urgency is based on anxiety. Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of 'sins of omission' refer to?

Opportunities that are missed due to inaction. Signup and view all the answers

What is implied by the statement that every miracle occurs twice?

The spiritual realization comes before the physical manifestation. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary benefit Rowling experienced by checking into the Balmoral Hotel?

The change of scenery improved her focus. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following illustrates a 'grand gesture' as mentioned in the content?

Peter and Andrew leaving their nets. Signup and view all the answers

What realization did Thoreau come to during his experiment with simple living?

Deliberate living helps discover the essential facts of life. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'durable learning' mean in the context provided?

Knowledge that impacts one’s behavior and beliefs. Signup and view all the answers

What was the author's personal deadline related to?

An annual reminder of unfulfilled dreams. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Escalation of Commitment

Escalation of commitment is a behavioral pattern where individuals, despite negative outcomes, persist in a chosen course of action.
This tendency to continue despite evidence of failure occurs naturally and is often self-defeating.
Actions are designed to produce the results obtained; relationships and personal well-being are similarly affected

Cutting the Rope

Addressing self-defeating habits by identifying triggers and tendencies is imperative
Breaking bad habits involves establishing positive ones. Initial progress is slow, following an S-curve pattern, with hardship preceding ease.
Daily effort is key to establishing positive habits; it takes time. Starting new habits can be difficult, initially causing discomfort, but this will ease with time and continuity.

Grand Gestures

Grand gestures are strategies for achieving deeper goals or transformative experiences.
Examples of grand gestures include changing scenery, establishing deadlines, and making physical changes (e.g., Noah's Ark, traveling to Bethlehem).
Not every grand gesture is beneficial. Inaction or indecision is also an action. Pilate's gesture of washing his hands was an example of a harmful, ultimately ineffective grand gesture.

Deliberate Living

Simple living, like Thoreau's experiment, is an example of a grand gesture that fosters connection with essential life experiences.
Minimalism is a form of deliberate living
Deliberate practice, combined with challenging situations (desirable difficulty), leads to durable learning.

Durable Learning

Durable learning transcends rote memorization and leads to core convictions.
It's a deeper form of knowing—knowledge integrated into the heart and gut, forming a fundamental rule of life.
It requires acting on knowledge and recognizes the limits of knowledge; being aware of what we don't know is crucial.

Two Tomorrows

Living in the present as the only sure time is vital. Every moment is significant.
"Today is the first and last day of your life."
Faith-driven immediate actions versus anxious urgency.
God-sized goals and God-ordained passions motivate personal growth.

Seven Circles

Prayer is a way of shaping history before it unfolds.
Miracles start spiritually and then manifest physically.
The Israelites circling Jericho, and Jesus preparing to feed the multitude are examples of initial actions that lead to a final miraculous result.

Same Day Delivery

Immediate action and obedience are crucial. Procrastination equals disobedience.
Using the sunset as a daily deadline is an effective way to maintain focus.
Every goal, whatever its scale (writing a book, training for a triathlon) presents initial challenges but requires daily engagement for achievements.

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Description

This quiz explores the concepts of escalation of commitment, personal behavior, and habit formation. It delves into the implications of worrying about the future and highlights important philosophical sayings related to time and decision-making. Test your understanding of these thought-provoking ideas!