The Power of Rituals: Tricking Yourself Into Consistency

Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Are you struggling to achieve consistency with your metabolic health goals? One of the biggest mistakes that people make when they start out working on their health is aiming for too many new habits and strategies at once, expecting them to work effortlessly. So how do we break that cycle and take a more realistic (and less frustrating) approach? In this episode, Dr. Rentea explores practical strategies to build consistent habits, from understanding the initiation phase of behavior change to mastering the “Four C’s” formula to achieve success. Learn how to navigate the complexities of habit formation with ease and purpose, setting the stage for long-lasting improvements in your metabolic health journey. References The 4 C’s Formula by Dan Sullivan Atomic Habits by James clear The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy 10X is Easier Than 2X by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy Audio Stamps 03:03 - Dr. Rentea discusses two key actions people take to achieve consistency: developing realistic habits and mastering the “Four C's” concept—commitment, courage, capability, and confidence. 10:30 - Dr. Rentea emphasizes the need to seek support to achieve goals and highlights the importance of addressing logistical factors before focusing on the main goal. 12:04 - Dr. Rentea reminds us of the anatomy of a habit, emphasizes focusing on the initiation phase, and explains why we don't need to strive for perfection. 16:45 - Dr. Rentea urges us to identify one key issue we struggle with and focus on the smallest step to change it. Quotes “The mistake that everyone makes when they start out working on metabolic health is that you want to have all these new habits, all these new strategies, and you want it all to be working effortlessly. That is insanity to think that that would be the case.” - Matthea Rentea MD “We need to know what the cue, the trigger, the beginning of you actually doing this new thing is. What actually is it that needs to happen for you to do this thing? A All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com Not Sure Where to Start With the Podcast? I’ve Got You. Get my free Podcast Roadmap —a simple guide to help you find the episodes that matter most to your journey. Whether you're on GLP-1s, navigating plateaus, or just starting out, there's something here for you. Support the show