Category Archives: self-regulation

Are you a good manager? That is, of your energy…?

Posted on Mai 02, 2011 by Dr. Aliye Kurt - Suedhoff

Energy politics is one of the hottest topics, especially after the disaster in Fukushima. As we try to keep up with the information coming at us from all directions – media, internet, email – are we overlooking the issue of … Continue reading →

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Do you know when to call it quits? (II)

Posted on Juli 24, 2010 by Dr. Aliye Kurt - Suedhoff

And yes, sometimes the direction is right, but the way of getting there – well, not so much… This is also a tough one since the thought “But I am moving towards my goal/destination/vision” can prevent you from recognizing that … Continue reading →

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Time travel: Will I really want to go for a run at 6 a.m. tomorrow?

Posted on Oktober 01, 2009 by Dr. Aliye Kurt - Suedhoff

How many times have you found yourself being puzzled about not being able to follow up on your goals although you were so convinced when you set them? Examples?

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Run beyond the boundaries: Changing the self-limiting beliefs

Posted on Juni 18, 2009 by Dr. Aliye Kurt - Suedhoff

Last time I suggested that you reflect on the self-limiting beliefs (SLBs) if you would like to make better use of your potential to reach your ideal-self and your dreams. If you have a list of these SLBs that have … Continue reading →

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Why do some decisions feel better than others – that is, independent of the outcome?

Posted on Juni 04, 2009 by Dr. Aliye Kurt - Suedhoff

In an earlier post I wrote about different ways/orientations to set goals and regulate behavior – prevention and promotion focus: First one referring to a focus on absence of negatives, and the latter one to achieving positive things. If you … Continue reading →

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"Let’s go for it!" or "Be careful!" What do your goals look like?

Posted on März 11, 2009 by Dr. Aliye Kurt - Suedhoff

I’ve always wondered why some people are content with minimal goals they must attain, while others go beyond what is “necessary”… And here’s a theory that has helped me understand the differences: Self-Regulatory Focus, by  Dr. Tory Higgins (yes, the … Continue reading →

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