Inner voice Quote by A.J. Jacobs
““How do you gag the voice in your head that says, 'You don't have to go to the gym today. There's always tomorrow. C'mon, my friend, it's just one plate of curly fries. Yes, just for you!' (My inner voice reminds me of a particularly aggressive rug salesman at a Turkish bazaar.)””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Book of Awesome, 2015
Your inner critic can rationalize avoidance; recognize its voice and challenge it.
In simple terms: Inner voice excuses laziness.
Key Takeaway
Challenge self‑sabotage.
Themes
self‑talk
motivation
habit formation
Mood
humorous
insightful
Type
self‑help
motivational
When to use this quote
- fitness
- diet
- productivity
- self‑improvement
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
self‑determination
Questions to Reflect On
- What excuses dominate you?
- How can you reframe them?
A Different Perspective
Excuses can be useful for self‑protection.
