3636: Think Long Term to Make Good Decisions by Tynan on Mindfulness and Patience

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3636: Tynan explores the transformative power of long-term thinking, explaining how extending your planning horizon can unlock better decisions, greater consistency, and a more fulfilling life. By shifting focus from immediate gratification to future impact, he shares how this mindset shift can give you an edge in nearly every area of life, from health to relationships to personal goals. Read along with the original article(s) here: http://tynan.com/longterm Quotes to ponder: "Long-term thinking is one of the most powerful tools you can use in your life." "If you always think about what your future self would want you to do, you’ll find that your actions are better aligned with your goals." "People are often amazed at how consistent I am, but it really comes down to thinking long-term and making plans that are sustainable." Episode references: Your Money or Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Money-Life-Transforming-Relationship/dp/0143115766 The Slight Edge: https://www.amazon.com/Slight-Edge-Turning-Disciplines-Happiness/dp/1626340463 The Time Paradox: https://www.amazon.com/Time-Paradox-New-Psychology-Time-That-Will-Change-Your-Life/dp/1416541985 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices