If you're trying to change your behaviour, you can improve your chances of success just by spending more time with people that exhibit the behaviour you'd like to have.
There's plenty of data to support that people have a tendency to conform to the popular norm of their social group. If you have lunch with people who have a tendency to over eat or eat poorly, there's a good chance you may as well. This example demonstrates just one circumstance but it can be applied to just about any behaviour. Just remember that you are more likely to conduct yourself as those you share your time with.
I'm not advocating breaking up a friendship over your BF's love for Twinkies! The purpose of this post is just to make you aware of the contagiousness of people's choices. This can actually be an empowering concept as it demonstrates that you're equally responsible for how you influence those around you.
-If your group goes out for lunch most of the time, you should start preparing your own lunch. Your choice will be made in advance at home and not spontaneously in a food court being affected by other people's choices.
-If you have a family or share your life with someone and they don't necessarily have an exemplary approach to healthy living; you have to be extra disciplined. Don't try and change them, this is your goal. Remember, behaviour is contagious and if you're disciplined, they may come around eventually.
-Show your leadership, and take the lead of the group. Demonstrate discipline and pride for the great choices you're making. If you see others adopting healthier practices; you're a natural born leader.
There's plenty of data to support that people have a tendency to conform to the popular norm of their social group. If you have lunch with people who have a tendency to over eat or eat poorly, there's a good chance you may as well. This example demonstrates just one circumstance but it can be applied to just about any behaviour. Just remember that you are more likely to conduct yourself as those you share your time with.
I'm not advocating breaking up a friendship over your BF's love for Twinkies! The purpose of this post is just to make you aware of the contagiousness of people's choices. This can actually be an empowering concept as it demonstrates that you're equally responsible for how you influence those around you.
-If your group goes out for lunch most of the time, you should start preparing your own lunch. Your choice will be made in advance at home and not spontaneously in a food court being affected by other people's choices.
-If you have a family or share your life with someone and they don't necessarily have an exemplary approach to healthy living; you have to be extra disciplined. Don't try and change them, this is your goal. Remember, behaviour is contagious and if you're disciplined, they may come around eventually.
-Show your leadership, and take the lead of the group. Demonstrate discipline and pride for the great choices you're making. If you see others adopting healthier practices; you're a natural born leader.
