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Mind-Boosting Power of Exercise on Mental Well-Being

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Exercise can be an additional therapy along with traditional treatments for depression, though consistent physical activity can bolster a sense of accomplishment, self-efficacy, and social interaction which can all contribute to a more positive outlook on life. Achieving goals instill a sense of accomplishment no matter how big or small.

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Developing Curiosity

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1] In more general terms curiosity is mainly defined as seeking information based on motivation. For example, what specific type of motivation could drive curiosity – is it instinctive (externally stimulated) or intentional (internally stimulated)? [2] Although, there are many questions that challenge this general definition as well.

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From Ordinary to Extraordinary: Unlocking the Key to Peak Performance

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I never saw these accomplishments as peak performances or never even considered myself an athlete. In this article, I will attempt to shed some light on this, exploring the source of this mindset and uncovering the mysterious component that motivates us to think outside the box. First, let’s define what performance is.

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Complacency vs. Movement

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When we step out of our own comfort zone, we often see that we can accomplish a new task with the right approach. In 2015, I would describe my exercise routine as being stuck in a simple routine of weekly strength training and cardio fitness. These habits are hardwired in our brains and we do them over and over again.

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The Human To Hero Coaching Model

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Superheroes only supply us with entertainment and some motivation. By choosing to be the main actor in our life and not a spectator of it, we can design our path to accomplish big dreams and BHAGs. 23 June 2015). We can only implement new possibilities and solutions if we first own everything our life is made of. Wikipedia. (4

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The #readytogomodel

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This view creates a love of learning and a resilience that is essential for great accomplishment. Dweck, 2015) Success is not an accident; success is a choice.—Stephen The emotional or energetic dimension of goal setting is vital for activating the self-motivation required to move forward.

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How Does Curiosity Affect the Brain?

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One of the early working definitions of curiosity was offered by Berlyne (1954) [1] , who defined different dimensions of curiosity: perceptual versus epistemic curiosity, and specific versus diversive curiosity: Perceptual curiosity: motivates us to seek out new stimuli. This is a primary driver of exploratory behavior.

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