Instinct Quote by Leon Logothetis
““...sometimes you have to enact arbitrary rules, strange and perhaps irrational guidelines to force yourself out of a way of life so habitual it feels like instinct.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Possibility, 2009, Leon Logothetis on breaking habits
Sometimes we must impose unusual rules to break ingrained habits that feel instinctual.
In simple terms: Unusual constraints can disrupt automatic behavior.
Create odd rules to change habits.
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When to use this quote
- dietary changes
- exercise routines
- learning new skills
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What strange rule could help you break a bad habit?
- How do you stay motivated when rules feel irrational?
Arbitrary rules may feel forced and cause resistance.