goal setting
41 episodes mention this concept
hubermanlabMar 19, 2026Optimizing Goal Achievement: The Science of Vision, Motivation, and Overcoming Obstacles with Dr. Emily Balcetis
PsychologyNarrowed focus of attentionSpotlight visionGoal settingGoal retrieval
DocSnipesFeb 11, 2026Introduction to Whole-Person Counseling: 26 Essential Skills for 2026
PsychologyWhole-person counselingInterconnectedness of life aspectsPhysical aspects of well-beingInterpersonal aspects of well-being- DocSnipesFeb 11, 2026
Enhancing Decision-Making Through Meaning and Purpose: The Rich and Meaningful Life Framework
Self-DevelopmentRich and Meaningful LifeDecision-making enhancementWhole Person CounselingEnergy expenditure 
HealthyGamerGGFeb 1, 2026Your Goals Are Designed to Make You Quit: The Science of Sustained Behavioral Change
Self-DevelopmentBehavioral changeNew Year's resolutionsAccountability partnersSelf-efficacy- DocSnipesOct 9, 2025
Nurturing Confidence, Self-Esteem, and Cognitive Development in Elementary-Aged Children
PsychologyElementary years developmental tasksIntuitive thought substage (Piaget)Concrete operational stage (Piaget)All-or-nothing thinking - hubermanlabSep 1, 2025
Alex Honnold: Mastering Massive Goals Through Incremental Training and Mindset
Self-DevelopmentFree solo climbingIntrinsic motivationExtrinsic motivationGoal setting strategies - DocSnipesOct 17, 2024
Rethinking Mental Health: The PIECES Transdiagnostic Approach to Assessment and Treatment Effectiveness
PsychologyPIECES model (Physical, Interpersonal, Emotional, Cognitive, Environmental, Spiritual)Transdiagnostic assessmentAntidepressant effectivenessCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - hubermanlabAug 2, 2024
Cold Therapy, Skin Health, Motivation, and REM Sleep Optimization: An AMA Guide
HealthScicomm philanthropyDeliberate heat exposureGoal setting strategiesNeuro-immune interactions 
drekbergJan 19, 2024The Three-Pronged Approach to Eliminating Sugar Cravings and Restoring Metabolic Health
HealthCarbohydrate dependencyMetabolic flexibilityFat adaptationBlood sugar regulation- DocSnipesDec 29, 2023
6 Common Mistakes in Goal Setting: Tips to Achieve Success and Recovery
Self-DevelopmentGoal SettingSMART GoalsBehavior ModificationBehavior Strain - DocSnipesDec 5, 2023
Alleviating Anxiety with SMART Goal Setting and Motivation
Self-DevelopmentAnxietyGoal SettingSMART GoalsMotivation - DocSnipesNov 21, 2023
Effective Coping Skills for Daily Overwhelm: The PIECES Method
Self-DevelopmentVulnerabilitiesPIECES methodFight-or-flight systemCortisol management - DocSnipesOct 18, 2023
Secrets to Motivation: Envisioning a Rich and Meaningful Life Through Goal Setting and Holistic Well-being
Self-DevelopmentEnvisioningGoal SettingRecoveryRich and Meaningful Life - HealthyGamerGGAug 14, 2023
The Relentless Pursuit of Streaming Success: Ambition, Sacrifice, and the Future of a Travel Streamer
PsychologyContent creationLive streamingIRL streamingTravel streaming - DocSnipesFeb 6, 2023
Overcoming Resistance: 6 Reasons We Resist Change and Strategies for Moving Forward
Self-DevelopmentIntentional changeAutopilot behaviorNeural circuitsBehavioral circuits 
psychacksJan 5, 2023The Practice of Contentment: Embracing the Present Moment as Fully Half Full
PsychologyContentmentHappinessPresent moment acceptanceSufficiency- psychacksJan 1, 2023
The Two Fundamental Goals: A Simplified Framework for Action and Progress
Self-DevelopmentEntropyGoal Setting FrameworkBehavioral GoalsSelf-directed Action - DocSnipesOct 22, 2022
Strategies for Setting Specific SMART Goals in Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
PsychologyGoal SettingBehavior ChangeSMART GoalsSelf-esteem - DocSnipesOct 22, 2022
Setting Measurable SMART Goals for Addiction and Mental Health Recovery: Frequency, Duration, and Intensity
PsychologySMART GoalsMeasurable GoalsGoal SettingFrequency (measurement dimension) - hubermanlabAug 1, 2022
The Visual Science of Goal Achievement: How Perception Shapes Motivation and Success with Dr. Emily Balcetis
PsychologyMotivation scienceGoal settingGoal completionVisual perception - DocSnipesJul 11, 2022
Creating a Rich and Meaningful Life Vision Board: A Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Technique
PsychologyRich and Meaningful Life (RML)Vision BoardCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) TechniqueValues Clarification - DocSnipesJun 9, 2022
Addressing Hopelessness: 15 Tips for Developing Hope, Empowerment, and Inspiration
Self-DevelopmentHopelessnessHelplessnessTraumaOutdated Schema - DocSnipesDec 10, 2021
10 Weeks to Love and Abundance: Cultivating a Rich and Meaningful Life Through Core Principles
Self-DevelopmentAbundance mindset10 Principles of Love (Patience, Enjoyment, Respect, Forgiveness, Earnestness, Compassion, Truthfulness, Selflessness, Meekness, Endurance)Stress reductionEmotional regulation - HealthyGamerGGOct 10, 2021
Motivation and Goals: Understanding and Overcoming Resistance through Intent and Self-Awareness
Self-DevelopmentGoal Setting and Motivation ModelIntent (Motivation)Resistance (Barrier to Action)Action (Behavioral Change) - HealthyGamerGGSep 20, 2021
Why Therapy Can't Fix Everything and How Coaching Can Help: Differentiating Clinical Treatment from Goal-Oriented Support
Self-DevelopmentTherapyCoachingDiagnosisTreatment - HealthyGamerGGSep 17, 2021
Understanding Motivation and Goal Setting: The Four Types of Intent and Overcoming Ambivalence
PsychologyFour types of intentGoal settingMotivationBehavioral change - HealthyGamerGGSep 17, 2021
Motivation and Goal Setting: Deconstructing Intent and Overcoming Ambivalence
PsychologyFour types of intent (Desire, Should, Value, Duty)Goal settingMotivationBehavioral change mechanisms - HealthyGamerGGSep 14, 2021
Understanding Motivation and Goal Setting: A Holistic Coaching Approach
Self-DevelopmentMotivation (umbrella term)NeurosciencePsychologyBehavioral economics 
DrTraceyMarksNov 11, 2020Three Discriminating Signs of Clinical Depression: Low Motivation, Hopelessness, and Indecisiveness
PsychologyClinical depressionFunctional impairmentLow motivationFatigue- HealthyGamerGGSep 19, 2020
How to Transform Ideas into Action: Pestily's Journey of Discipline, Discomfort, and Self-Discovery
Self-DevelopmentComfort zoneDiscomfort toleranceCuriosity-driven actionResilience - DocSnipesApr 19, 2018
Managing Type A Personality Traits for Enhanced Happiness and Reduced Stress
Self-DevelopmentType A PersonalityTime UrgencyPerfectionismStress Management - DrTraceyMarksApr 11, 2018
Overcoming the Victim Mindset: Identifying Patterns and Implementing Solutions
PsychologyVictim mindsetRuminationSelf-esteemGratitude - DocSnipesSep 29, 2017
Understanding Symptoms: Addressing Poor Concentration, Hopelessness, and Helplessness
PsychologyLow energyPoor concentrationHopelessnessHelplessness - DocSnipesJan 10, 2017
Sensing vs. Intuitive Temperaments: Navigating Relationships and Recovery
PsychologyTemperamentSensing temperamentIntuitive temperamentInductive reasoning - DocSnipesAug 29, 2016
The Role and Impact of a Recovery Coach: Bridging Treatment to Sustainable Well-being
HealthRecovery coachingStrengths-based supportRecovery lifestyleTriggers (environmental/emotional) - DocSnipesApr 16, 2015
Journey to Recovery: A Comprehensive Guide to Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
HealthAddiction recoveryMental health problemsCo-occurring disordersBehavioral addictions - DocSnipesSep 27, 2013
The Power of Clinical History: Applying Behavioral Principles to Goal Setting and Counseling
PsychologyBehavior modificationTreatment planningMotivationReinforcement (positive) - DocSnipesJul 18, 2012
Effective Treatment Planning and Goal Setting in Clinical Practice
PsychologyTreatment PlanningGoal SettingBiopsychosocial NeedsKnowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSA) - hubermanlab
The Neuroscience and Psychology of Goal Setting and Achievement: Dopamine, Neural Circuits, and the 85% Rule for Optimal Learning
NeuroscienceNeuroplasticity85% Rule for Optimal LearningGoal SettingGoal Achievement - psychacks
The Coach's Playbook: Cultivating Self-Belief and Confidence When You Have No Good Reason To
PsychologySelf-confidenceSelf-beliefSelf-worthResilience 
lexfridmanLex Fridman's 20,000 Push-ups & Pull-ups Challenge: Mental Fortitude, Habit Formation, and David Goggins' Wisdom
Self-DevelopmentBodyweight exerciseHabit formationMental fortitudePhysical endurance
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