28. The Neuroscience to Building Discipline (in simple terms) with Tobias Johnson

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Building discipline is a very abstract idea, and often misunderstood for grit. Discipline is not grit (as Tobias alludes to). He shares a follow-on framework that can be used (backed by science) to help us build the disciplinary muscle so that we can gain more control over our life in a healthy way that adds wellbeing, rather than taking it away.

Tobias is an online coach who helps people transform their health & physique. He is also a published scientist, with his research focusing on how to overcome self-defeating behaviour. Tobias studied Neuroscience at the University of New South Wales, graduating with First Class Honours.

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KEY STUDIES MENTIONED:

Lovingkindness is a better alternative to comparing yourself to others:

Gentile, D. A., Sweet, D. M., & He, L. (2019). Caring for Others Cares for the Self.

Successful individuals tend to experience fewer temptations:

Milyavskaya, M., & Inzlicht, M. (2017). What’s So Great About Self-Control?

Individuals high in self-control pursue want-to goals rather than have-to goals:

Inzlicht, M., & Friese, M. (2020). Willpower Is Overrated.

Forecasting obstacles improves goal achievement:

Oettingen, G. (2012). Future thought and behaviour change.

Getting clear on your values can boost self-control:

Schmeichel, B. J., & Vohs, K. (2009). Self-affirmation and self-control.