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The Strategy of LoopholeSpotting can help us identify and combat excuses from "summary" of Better Than Before by Gretchen Rubin
The Strategy of Loophole Spotting is a powerful tool for recognizing the excuses we make to avoid forming good habits. By identifying these loopholes, we can take steps to combat them and stay on track with our goals. One common loophole is the "Tomorrow" loophole, where we tell ourselves that we can start fresh tomorrow, allowing us to indulge in bad habits today. Another loophole is the "False Choice" loophole, where we convince ourselves that we have to choose between two extremes, making it easier to justify giving in to temptation. The "Lack of Control" loophole is when we believe that external factors are preventing us from sticking to our habits, absolving ourselves of responsibility. The "Planning to Fail" loophole involves intentionally setting ourselves up ...
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