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The theme of treats and rewards is coming up in a lot of my conversations right now\u2026with my coaching clients, with people who have reached out to talk about working together, even with my friends and colleagues. Specifically, using food as a treat or reward.\xa0

This is something a lot of us have learned to do. And like any highly rewarding behavior, this habit has the potential to do harm\u2026and can be surprisingly hard to break.

In this episode, we\u2019re going to talk about cultivating new sources of reward and pleasure \u2014 ones that make our lives richer, and don\u2019t have unintended consequences. I\u2019ll also share three ways that being more intentional about treats can increase the pleasure you get from them\u2013as well as strengthening your willpower.\xa0

Key Takeaways:

• Treats and rewards add pleasure and enjoyment to life. However, we need to be intentional and thoughtful about them.
• Planning your treats offers several advantages, including increased enjoyment through anticipation and improved restraint against unplanned indulgences.
• Cultivating awareness and anticipation of treats in your life can counter feelings of deprivation and resentment, making your pursuit of healthier habits more enjoyable
• Develop and maintain a list of activities that genuinely reward you. Include both small and big pleasures. Consider also the costs of each treat. Does indulging in this treat bring you closer to or further from your goal?

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