Find Your Why Workbook [link]

In this episode of the Tiny Shifts Podcast, Andy Nunn explores the power of understanding your why. The core motivation that drives you to face challenges and pursue meaningful goals.

• Why having a strong foundation and clear purpose is crucial for tackling difficult goals
• How to identify and live your values to stay motivated during tough moments
• The difference between hedonistic pleasure and eudaemonic pursuit of fulfillment
• How to craft a personal mission statement that guides your behavior and decisions
• The importance of environment and community in maintaining motivation

Timestamps: 00:00 - Welcome to the Tiny Shifts Podcast and new studio setup
01:06 - Andy’s journey with ultra running and upcoming 100-mile race
02:44 - The importance of mindset and the role of purpose in ultra marathoning
07:08 - Why your why matters when facing challenges
08:35 - Exploring Maslow’s hierarchy of needs and pursuing a meaningful life
10:00 - Balancing pleasure (hedonic) and purpose (eudaimonic) for happiness
13:02 - Lessons from past life imbalances and the importance of discipline
14:24 - Practical tips on embracing discomfort and enjoying the struggle
16:49 - How to find your why through reflection, values, and personal stories
19:43 - The significance of core values and guiding principles
21:55 - How big, scary goals can fuel motivation and growth
23:16 - Using your why to overcome setbacks and habit pitfalls
27:36 - Crafting your personal mission statement and taking aligned action
30:02 - The importance of environment and community in living your purpose
33:23 - Practical steps to implement your why in daily actions and tough moments
36:10 - Final encouragement: do something hard, start before you're ready, and live with purposeResources & Links:

• Brené Brown's Dare to Lead Values List
• Mark Manson - Solve the Podcast on Values
• Book: Endurance by Alfred Lansing (Shackleton's story)
• Workbook

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