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Breaking the Instant Gratification Cycle: How to Make Better Decisions for Your Future Self

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Why do we keep choosing what's easy now, even when it costs us what we truly want later?

If you're a high-achieving entrepreneur juggling work, family, and personal goals, you're no stranger to the tug-of-war between instant gratification and long-term vision. But what if the secret to better decisions—and a more fulfilling life—lies in reconnecting with someone you've been ignoring: your future self?

In this episode of Success Genius, I dive deep into the science behind why we self-sabotage with short-term choices (hint: your brain thinks your future self is a stranger). I’ll introduce you to a powerful tool I use with clients—and in my own life—that shifts how you think, decide, and show up daily: the Future Self Method.

You'll learn how small, consistent shifts in mindset and behavior can rewire your brain, align your actions with your deepest values, and move you closer to the life—and business—you actually want. Because success isn’t just about what you’re building today. It’s about who you’re becoming.

Topics covered in this episode include:
●Why we choose short-term rewards over long-term benefits (aka hyperbolic discounting)
●How the brain views our future selves as strangers—and what to do about it
●A powerful coaching tool to align your daily decisions with long-term goals
●Practical ways to build a deep connection with your future self
Ready to stop sabotaging your future for fleeting wins? Tune in and discover how the Future Self Method can transform how you think, choose, and grow.

Resources Mentioned:

Get The Book: https://book.neillwilliams.com/book

Learn More About TEAM90: https://neillwilliams.com/team90

Book A Team Turnaround Call: https://neillwilliams.com/team-turnaround-call

Contact Us: [email protected]

  continue reading

280 episodes

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Manage episode 486811123 series 2779203
Content provided by Neill Williams. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Neill Williams or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

Why do we keep choosing what's easy now, even when it costs us what we truly want later?

If you're a high-achieving entrepreneur juggling work, family, and personal goals, you're no stranger to the tug-of-war between instant gratification and long-term vision. But what if the secret to better decisions—and a more fulfilling life—lies in reconnecting with someone you've been ignoring: your future self?

In this episode of Success Genius, I dive deep into the science behind why we self-sabotage with short-term choices (hint: your brain thinks your future self is a stranger). I’ll introduce you to a powerful tool I use with clients—and in my own life—that shifts how you think, decide, and show up daily: the Future Self Method.

You'll learn how small, consistent shifts in mindset and behavior can rewire your brain, align your actions with your deepest values, and move you closer to the life—and business—you actually want. Because success isn’t just about what you’re building today. It’s about who you’re becoming.

Topics covered in this episode include:
●Why we choose short-term rewards over long-term benefits (aka hyperbolic discounting)
●How the brain views our future selves as strangers—and what to do about it
●A powerful coaching tool to align your daily decisions with long-term goals
●Practical ways to build a deep connection with your future self
Ready to stop sabotaging your future for fleeting wins? Tune in and discover how the Future Self Method can transform how you think, choose, and grow.

Resources Mentioned:

Get The Book: https://book.neillwilliams.com/book

Learn More About TEAM90: https://neillwilliams.com/team90

Book A Team Turnaround Call: https://neillwilliams.com/team-turnaround-call

Contact Us: [email protected]

  continue reading

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