Vocabulary
Substitution
Replacing one thing with another
Telling someone your goal creates a "social reality" that makes your brain feel like you've already achieved it.
True – The brain mistakes goal announcement for real progress.
When people receive praise for stating a goal, it can become a _______ that progress has already been made.
illusion
Aknowledgement
Recognition or confirmation of something
The speaker suggests that it’s always bad to tell others about your goals.
False – The speaker suggests alternative ways to talk about goals.
Social recognition of goals can sometimes be a _______, making it harder to focus on real work.
Distraction
Commitment
A strong dedication or promise to do something.
One way to talk about goals without losing motivation is to frame them in a way that gives no immediate satisfaction.
True – A better way to talk about goals is to focus on specific actions rather than the outcome.
Some people believe that sharing their goals with others will increase their _______, making them more likely to follow through.
Accountability
Conventional
Traditional and Ordinary
In Gollwitzer’s experiment, participants who announced their goals worked longer than those who stayed silent.
False – Participants who announced their goals worked less.
The speaker suggests that instead of goal-setting conversations providing satisfaction, they should _______ the need for actual effort.
Reinforce