Power Hour summary

Let’s say you’re ready for the challenge. You’re ready to exchange your fixed mindset for a growth mindset. You’ve even set your alarm for 5:30 a.m. so you’ll have time to answer those six early-morning questions. What’s next? Well, it’s time to take your shiny new growth mindset and apply it to several fundamental elements of your life, starting with your habits. 

We encounter thousands of decisions each day. To help us navigate all this decision-making, we develop habits. Here’s the problem: All too often, these habits neglect long-term goals, and prioritize short-term rewards. 

So let's imagine you've made some positive moves. You've adjusted your mindset to a more change-friendly setting. You've shifted your habits so they serve your goals. That's great – but what's next? Well, now it's time for some literal movement: it's time to move your body.

Don’t worry. This blink isn’t about that dreaded “e” word – exercise – and it doesn’t claim that CrossFit bootcamps are the only way to fulfill your potential. There is, however, an undeniable connection between regular physical movement and self-confidence, stress management, and reduced risk of illness. 

For most people, engaging in some kind of movement – be it jogging, weightlifting, or doing a few simple yoga poses – isn’t the hard part. The hard part is finding time to exercise. Again, your Power Hour is the perfect time to get moving – but how are you supposed to muster up the necessary energy if, when your alarm goes off, you feel like you haven’t slept a wink? 

Here’s the tiring truth: Most people either don’t get enough sleep, or they sleep poorly.

Even if you do everything right – adopt a growth mindset, engage in exercise, get enough sleep – it doesn’t mean you won’t need anyone else’s help. Humans are social creatures. It doesn’t matter how independent you are. You, like everyone else, need support and encouragement.

How we live and interact with others is just as important to our health as other factors like diet and exercise – if not more so. What does this have to do with an effective Power Hour? You’re about to find out. 

Before you jump into creating your very own Power Hour, let’s take a step back and talk about the obstacles that stand between us and the pursuit of our passions. Perhaps you already have a clear idea of which values shape your life purpose. That’s wonderful, but you might still struggle to make progress. You can have all the motivation in the world – and be ready to channel that into the pursuit of a personal project during your Power Hour – and yet still feel blocked.

Blocked by what? Well, most people either feel that they don’t have enough time or money to pursue their passions, or they’re held back by fear.

Okay, so now that you’ve got an understanding of the mental, physical, emotional, and social factors that will contribute to your success, it’s time to plan your very first Power Hour.

How many hours are in a week? 168.