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Feb 1, 2015 · If not some particular form of words, what does make for a promise to oneself? As I will use the notion, promising yourself involves the deliberate undertaking to bind yourself to do as you promise, though not in any way that will result in your coming to be bound to anyone (or anything), other than yourself.
- Jorah Dannenberg
- jorahd@stanford.edu
- 2015
- Why Do We Break Promises to Ourselves?
- Yes, It’S Okay to Focus on You
- How I’m Keeping Commitments to Myself
Why is keeping commitments to yourself so difficult? How come it’s easier to keep commitments to other people? Why do we let ourselves down so often and prioritize everything else instead? Maybe because we’re taught that it’s selfish to prioritize ourselves. The funny thing is, I KNOW deep down that it’s not selfish to focus on my own needs. I don’...
The truth is that our goals are often lofty and perhaps outside of our comfort zone (which is a good thing!). The problem is when we set expectations that are too high for ourselves, or we become too afraid of failure that we avoid taking action. Instead of believing in our needs and wants, we focus on our doubts instead. There might be a little vo...
So what’s changed within me to help me keep my commitments to myself?Here’s what’s been helping me feel okay with prioritizing the internal promises I make:
If not some particular form of words, what does make for a promise to oneself? As I will use the notion, promising yourself involves the deliberate undertaking to bind yourself to do as you promise, though not in any way that will result in your coming to be bound to anyone (or anything), other than yourself. You do this by
- Jorah Dannenberg
- 2015
Mar 1, 2021 · When you make a promise to a friend, a loved one, a family member or a colleague, you’re likely to follow through. Promises you make to others builds trust, value, and a foundation for a solid relationship. Breaking a promise to someone else can jeopardise the relationship completely and risk it breaking down.
Jan 25, 2022 · A “promise to oneself,” Singer concludes, can only be a resolution in disguise. A genuine promise generates a duty, owed by the promisor to the promisee. A self-promise, however, just expresses a “settled determination” to act.
Sep 28, 2023 · Your shame and self-loathing might prompt you to be reclusive, or to snap at others because you’re projecting your emotions in their direction. Fortunately, these issues can be avoided by learning some of the best ways to keep a promise to yourself. 1. Put it on paper and sign it.
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Oct 15, 2024 · 1. Start With A Specific & Achievable Promise. Clarity helps you follow through. So, while your overarching goal may be vague, the promises you keep to yourself need to be specific. Instead of saying “eat better,” say “cook dinner at home with at least 1 veggie for 5 days a week.”
