1162: How to Set Yourself Up for Successful Change with Eric Zimmer

June 18
42 mins

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Episode Description

Eric Zimmer reveals the small steps that build momentum and help create lasting habit transformations.


— YOU’LL LEARN — 

1) Why most change efforts fail

2) How to talk yourself into choosing the right thing

3) The six ways we self-sabotage—and how to stop them


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— ABOUT ERIC — 

Eric Zimmer is an author, teacher, speaker, and the creator of The One You Feed podcast. At 24, Eric was homeless, addicted to heroin, and facing prison. His journey from those depths sparked his lifelong inquiry into human transformation and resilience. Through his behavior coaching, workshops, and mentorship, he has guided thousands worldwide in creating sustainable habits that last through steady change. His approach combines cutting-edge science with timeless wisdom, providing practical pathways to greater integrity and deeper meaning.

His story and his work have been featured in the media, including TedX, Mind Body Green, Elephant Journal, the BBC and Brain Pickings. His new book is How a Little Becomes a Lot: The Art of Small Changes for a More Meaningful Life.

• Book: How a Little Becomes a Lot: The Art of Small Changes for a More Meaningful Life – A Guide to Lasting Transformation Through Behavioral Science and Wisdom

• Website: OneYouFeed.net


— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — 

• Tool: Clearspace

• Study: “The effect of housing and gender on preference for morphine-sucrose solutions in rats” by Patricia F. Hadaway, et al.

• Book: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen Covey

• Book: The Brothers K by David James Duncan

• Past episode: 122: Nourishing Good Habits and Attitudes with Eric Zimmer


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