Listen "140. The Science of Keeping Promises to Yourself - Martine Severin"
Episode Synopsis
Are you struggling to maintain creative momentum when motivation disappears? In this mini-episode, we chat about the neuroscience behind keeping promises to yourself. Through a battle with temptation at the grocery store, I share how small decisions rewire your brain and build creative resilience. Tune in for practical strategies that may help you overcome seemingly impossible deadlines. This episode provides both scientific understanding and actionable wisdom for artists facing creative blocks, showing why each choice matters more than you realize. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Importance of Representation 01:26 Neuroscience of Keeping Promises to Yourself 03:15 The Battle of Impulses and Commitment 06:32 Building Neural Pathways Through Consistency 09:19 The Power of External Accountability 12:40 Creating a Supportive Community 14:10 Making Choices for Your Future Self Website: Martine Severin Follow on Instagram: @martineseverin | @thisishowwecreate Subscribe to our newsletter, Creative Matters: Martine's Substack Production Credits This podcast episode is produced and written by Martine Severin and edited by Daniel Espinosa.
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