How to Change Your Life in 3 Months: Goal-Setting Science

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❤️ Changing your life takes both intentionality and consistent effort. Structured and intelligent goal setting is the foundation for making this kind of progress. It’s never too late to set new goals or update our existing ones, though how we set and pursue goals has a huge impact on whether or not we’ll actually achieve them - and some common goal-setting practices can actually be harmful rather than helpful to success.
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» Timestamps⏱️
00:00 hello
01:16 Yin Yang: Striving for Change or Acceptance?
01:58 Moderate and Meaningful
02:31 Focus Narrowing
03:19 Concretise Specifics
03:51 Dynamic Self-Regulation: Assess, Progress, Adjust
05:03 Amygdala Activation: Negative Visualisation
06:14 Take it Easy
06:55 Intentional Goal-Setting Framework
07:36 Organisation: Planning and Tracking
08:43 System in Practice: The Walkthrough
19:04 ouch!
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How cool is it that you can now introduce yourself by saying ‘I’m a Cambridge graduate and a doctor’! You did that, Izzy!

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[@StevenSchoolAlchemy]

Hello

[@tramyhuynhnu8046]

I have 3 big goals in this year: 1. Graduated university and become a pharmacist. 2. By myself earn the first salaries and buying something special for my parents. 3. Go to beach and enjoy the life for a few days.

[@ashirarobinson8572]

all of her videos are easy to listen to bc her voice is so calm and nice and all the things you learn is amazing

[@Designsss.]

The world needs more people like you. You are highly inspirational and deserves lots of subscribers. One thing I learnt from this video is setting few goals within a year rather than goal overload.

[@sulimanahmed603]

A true life example of “Atomic Habits”, bravo 👏.

[@aisharazi463]

I'm a first year med student and also learning mandarin. You inspires me so much and I'm so happy to have found your channel. You look like someone I wanna be when I grow older. Love you and your content, Izzy!

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You Tube has many Mandarin & Cantonese Western allopathetic medical instructional videos. Zhu ni hao yunqi!! Juk nei hou wanhei!!

[@Teja]

holy crap i was in the trap positive visualisation with no success, u r absolutely right about the dopamine hit. Negative visualisation makes so much sense. your channel is a gold mine. This video is a goldmine wow

[@ronglass5968]

I've read and listened to many books and speakers on goal setting, and implemented with varying success. Your point about negative visualisation was like a bolt from the sky. Ah ha! Yes. How valuable! I recently read a book called 'You Could Die Tomorrow' (morbid, yes I know, but actually good) and one of the key messages was avoiding regret - going on the journey and achieving those things you'd soooo love to do. Also where you mention goal inputs, sometimes with no solid, quantifiable outcome. Thank you!

[@bushidopodcastofficial]

I like the point about the amygdala somewhat desensitizing us to failure if we can consider it beforehand.

[@strwberryymin9796]

thank you so much for this izzy! i originally found your channel because i was trying to figure out how i would study mandarin, but so many more of your videos have been helpful with actually sticking to my goals and improving my lifestyle. i got a little too inspired at the beginning of 2023 and created a bunch of different goals to work into my daily routine and it just became too much, so i’m glad to know that that’s natural if you set too many goals. thank you again!!

[@derppotat488]

Missed these videos. Always super helpful in motivating me. Thanks again!

[@michellelok4819]

❤ I’m a cantonese speaker. Love your channel. I like the calmness when you speak. Can’t wait to talk to you fluently in Cantonese.

[@carlosmuro6131]

Your idealistic yet realistic approach to life inspires me greatly. Thank you Izzy.

[@phuongthanh4032]

This is incredibly insightful and helpful. You give me the motivation to focus every single day. Thank you, Izzy!

[@Lanadelreysfan]

My major goals are learning Spanish (from A1 to B1 ), not quitting the gym, being more religious, eating healthier( having a healthier lifestyle) and passing my exams with an A+

[@jaywoo8925]

Nice way to kick start a new year with your helpful system of methods. Hope your year is just as successful and fulfilling.

[@scum1134]

I have watched many goal setting KZbin videos. This is definitely the best and most practical to implement - to reach your desired goals. Thanks Izzy. You are the best

[@zurielwallace8826]

I love your perspective.!!! I appreciate you for making this video, it’s actually what I need in this moment. This video is awesome

[@caominhvo2921]

Hi Izzy, it’s great to watch your newest video. I have a big goal in this year, although I have some problem when I am processing it, I hope I can achieve this plan. I receive more positive energy from your video. Thanks so much!!!

[@Ezequielcaii]

The content you upload is amazing, just the first 5 minutes are already a gold mine. Also I love to hear your voice 🥺

[@phirapatmangkhalasiri210]

Thanks Izzy for your tips. I am a third year PhD researcher at UCL and now attempting to learn French. You are a source of my inspiration. Thanks a lot!

[@rogheaven]

This is a great video, I just wished I had the right mindset when I was in kindergarden or first grade. but trial and Error has tested my character the Best ways to discipline I needed as a kid.

[@Romanophonie]

I love how practical this goal-setting framework is. So practical in fact that I am going to work on setting my goals right now.

[@pilotraider]

Quite fascinating that as a student pilot I was just pondering a few days ago about the 1-degree deviation rule you explained, you definitely read my mind and spoke to me lol. You're very thoughtful, love your content, wishing you the best always! Subbed!

[@planettobi]

It's weird how you mention piloting a plane at the beginning, I'm actually training to be an airline pilot and when you said that it felt like this video was made for me😌

[@kumangati2952]

I have been waiting for your video for so long.. Finally, thank you Izzy!

[@pensarebasketball]

You became my favorite KZbinr after two videos. Thanks so much for being so consistently informative and curious!

[@growwithmae3108]

Hi Izzy, you inspired me to be more intentional with my current setting goals❤ I want to adapt your system🙈Thanks so much for sharing!

[@andremarco2413]

I love the way u smile while you're speaking, it sheds the best energy upon us. Amazing and practical content ❤️

[@mazzdacon2134]

I have been learning Japanese, initially with books and audio files that are useful for the basics but language is about interaction, so I found a language exchange partner and we meet weekly for 2 hours on Skype. In addition we set each other writing assignments which are corrected live. My proficiency has accelerated dramatically with the live situation, and because it is at a regular time each week there is a huge incentive to study and prepare beforehand. Self study can be quite patchy at times with a busy life.

[@ifrahhassan1980]

its my frist year for medical student and also learning mandrin thank you for motivation

[@luqmanali3132]

I've learnt a lot from this video. Thank you Izzy. 🤗🤗❤️❤️👍👌

[@jirasinthongma4842]

Thank you for your inspirational video, Izzy.

[@ThujizamBhutan]

I have three Major Goals. My Goal this year are: 1. To learn German Language (A1-A2), hopefully 🤞. 2. To skill up on my professional writing 3. To read 12 books in a year. 🧖🏻‍♀️

[@PASHINNSOUNDS]

amazing advice! I wish I had this video when I first started chasing my dreams!

[@kirklugg82]

I am so greatful to be able to hear you out on this well-informed and interesting goal setting video, excellent video.

[@ckianchannel9406]

Hello Izzy.. so nice to see your channel. You are very smooth in conveying your content material. I'm interested in learning about how you learn, especially Chinese. I will grow in skills and knowledge in your channel with you.

[@AuteurCinema]

Great to see you back Izzy ! You’re far more organised than myself 😂 I tend not to give goals much thought and instead just prefer to stay consistent. But thinking about things, I would like to get to N3-N2 Japanese this year, I’m currently close to around N4 I’d say. Also I would like to try and achieve the front lever and continue with my KZbin which I recently started. Thank you for a great video ❤

[@Abhi-yn5gx]

I have 3 big goals this year 1. Learning German A1-B1 ( By Myself i mean without any cost) 2.Writing A novel ( I already started it) 3. Read at least 5 books (not educational) A question izzy : What level do you have in Chinese? 💚

[@marialorca6612]

I Can help you with German!

[@Abhi-yn5gx]

@@eieigo what's your native?by the way did you use Duolingo to learn Korean??

[@Abhi-yn5gx]

@@eieigo holy shit.....you are genius.. Really..My parents need you🫠🫠🫠🫠🫠 XD

[@Abhi-yn5gx]

@@eieigo oh I am from Bangladesh...... you are from Japan right?

[@deutschmitpurple2918]

I hope you can improve your German. Viel Glück ❤❤

[@Kowki69]

You're not just beautiful but smart as well. Thanks a lot Izzy for helping us to bring the best out of ourselves. Stay safe and wish you all the best. Much love from Philippines ❤️🇵🇭

[@eloo000]

Doom and gloom is easy for me as I do it everyday but now I'll try to put a more positive spin on it. Thinking too positively creates dopamine and lessons your motivation and drive, that's interesting. Be kinder to myself is a must. Thanks Izzy!! Always great as usual!!

[@pauldowlan3285]

Thanks Doc I hope you had a good new year Take care 🇦🇺

[@lalaloveu4532]

Your videos are really helpful. I always re watched your old vids for motivation and now a new video to add to my faves. P.s I really love your voice so posh

[@LanaABA]

Love the input-output idea! And totally agree with how you feel about the lack of need for output goals in certain circumstances.

[@Amelialcpoon]

I lived in Cambridge for 34 years. It is so nice to listening to you.

[@rehanfiranzah7371]

Hi izzy, really helps me to coordinate my routine in order to achive my 2023 goal.. Really wait for your next video....💙

[@shekhargupta6718]

Congratulations for becoming a Doctor, it's always a pleasure to watch your vlogs . You are so refreshing and full of energy.

[@Kevin_Guo]

Very interesting techniques! Will definitely implement. Thanks!

[@amirulnazreen1518]

Thanks a lot Izzy for the advice ♥️🙏💯

[@chutatthanh5111]

Even though I'm not a native speaker, I understand the whole content due to your accent, it sounds easy to listen and comprehend. Thank you so much for being a part of learning English as Vietnamese, would you mind if I share your videos on my Facebook?

[@kewinaga]

Love you izzy ❤️ 💗 💓.. good to hear from you

[@ashikihsan1946]

Hello Izzy Sealey, Thank you for telling me about your Goal Setting Science and it is really important for me to learn from you how to set goals in my life for the year 2023. Izzy, I'm happy when you got a degree and became a doctor. I love your nice British English speaking styles. You know many Chinese styles. My support is for you Izzy

[@pameladiche9343]

Thanks for sharing this content. It's very helpful!

[@TheJereld]

These are great tips. The input, output goal was very helpful.

[@natewatson6962]

i clicked on this video because reasons but then realized this information is so relevant to my life at this exact moment.

[@ajanstudio343]

I can listen to you all day. Thanks for sharing, really appreciate it. Wish you the very best in your goals too! xie xie!

[@ed7seas]

Thank you Dr. Sealey

[@janefines17]

Thank you for the template! Just subscribed to your newsletter :)

[@kalebdawitofficial4003]

I love your perspective.!!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏MY LOVE

[@coutureprincessx]

Izzy this was incredibly insightful and helpful, thank you sincerely x

[@IzzySealey]

❤❤

[@janefegarido6493]

This is very useful, I'm glad I found this video this morning, listening to this while doing my make-up. Actually, I'm feeling lost lately after my break up and I want to make some changes in my goals and how to achieve it. I want to follow this techniques and have discipline about everything. Thank you so much❤ New subscriber here from Macau🌹

[@suzanneladue5828]

Praying for a good support system 🙏🕊️ helps as well. Thank You 💓 for the video and congratulations 🎉 on being a doctor 👍

[@LalrinTluanga-ew3rl]

i can watch your speak all day long, keep it up, i didn't regret found your you tube channel.

[@zino4512]

I dont know what to watch your beauty or listen to your speech😩

[@Sarahgmt23-cb2tg]

thank you for all these helpful tips on goal setting! Could you please make a video about how to stay focused on your goals and motivated when studying?

[@ayemyakyi9165]

Such a pleasure to see your video again.

[@GraceRose-us6jb]

Thank you!

[@eustaquiozambrano2974]

Of course I enjoed this video in fact I enjoy all your videos, fantastic speech your English very clear I understand everything you talk. Thank you so much. Have a good evening 👍

[@rogerlloyd4856]

Such a breath of fresh air to start off the new year such a positive accertive approach puts me into gear for the year ahead please izzy I adore your English do some more rp english videos I am english but need to polish up thanks so much izzy keep up the good work and yes some yoga blogs would go down well roger

[@nainglinntwan1744]

Hello Lzzy, I hope you are great in good health.I love listening and watching your inspiring videos, it makes me increase my knowledges by you.🙏

[@factflow996]

why am i feeling so good when watching your video, love your content and love you.

[@IzzySealey]

I'm so glad!

[@hassanscottodierno9284]

Would love a series of videos on helping your sister learn mandarin as it would be something we can also follow

[@aida2977]

My goal is getting into the medical university & your videos gives me energy to continue❤

[@auliannisaarezia1657]

so glad that you come back! :)

[@duchuynh7948]

You are my new admire now. Thank you for great speech

[@NeilDD_]

Thank you again Izzy 🥰

[@justdonow4815]

You made me smile everyday thanks 😊 ☺️ 😘

[@dreamer03__]

Thank you so much Dr. Izzy, this helped me in setting goals for 2024, this is the best video on goal setting I have ever watched. I think I need to keep coming back to this video again and again for goal setting😅. Thankyou!

[@ZengHuaXiansheng]

Izzy, 谢谢你的视频！祝你和大家新年快乐！My goal for this year is to improve my Tàijíquán and I hope that at some point in the future I can travel to the Wǔdāng mountains and practice there.

[@drakewauters2109]

A natural educator.

[@Amu_Sindu]

Really amazing tips for youngers. Keep doing. Thank you

[@DJslifeisart]

Thank you so much for this video Izzy and new subscriber by the way❤

[@boyboy23257]

Ingenious as always

[@ferrynalle5886]

Thank you for this learning. 👍

[@MelissaaLu]

Idk how else to describe it, your content makes me flourish and want to stay consistent with all my goals. Thank you Izzy! ❤

[@IzzySealey]

I'm so happy to hear that 🥰🥰 thank you for watching!!! ❤

[@MelissaaLu]

@Izzy Sealey Of course! Have u ever thought of making a podcast? i really love listening to you and your comprehensive yet fun advice. When im cleaning, taking a shower or doing a mundane task i find myself playing one of videos in the background HAHA

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@@MelissaaLu I agree. I also love her voice and would love the podcast

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T hangyoumamo

[@dionysianapollomarx]

This is awesome. Very helpful stuff. I’ll modify the tips and the framework. Having a default system is all I needed after all this time lol.

[@wanodyaazhaafiroh-zg6sh]

izzy i like your speaking accent. Thank you for inspiring me from all your idea. Awesome

[@normmansor1313]

Welcome Izzy to 2023!

[@mookskie]

very nice advised. thank you

[@jakeman1251]

I just love listening to your voice

[@franklo8085]

You are an amazing lady! Appreciate your sharing.

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She’s backkkk!!! 🥳

[@musictalk6421]

This is a very good video, thanks Izzy

[@anastasiawei9272]

Can't help but say that your makeup is so good!!!

[@jaimeleon4757]

Thank you very much for your knowledge. Greetings from Perú 🤗

[@emwaving]

besides the framework, it is truly helpful referencing your goals. really enjoy learning from your sharing; and I'm native cantonese speaker from Hong Kong; we shall have a chat some time haha

[@shaheedahmed2418]

Honestly you're so lovely Dr.Izzy 🌷❤️

[@colbykultgen2059]

Love this!

[@jakerjoules]

TY for high quality editing 👩🏻😃

[@moonguys4913]

You are GOALS!