Live Limitless with Raam
“The World’s Most Value-packed Newsletter Life-letter to WIN at Work, Life, and Home” with:
3 big ideas, tips or strategies
2 stories, quotes or case-studies
1 critical question to ask yourself
Live Limitless: M.E.D., Identity Habits, Value Innovation, Virtual Weddings and Acceptance!
read on LIFELETTER.RAAMANAND.COM | APRIL 1, 2023
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3 Big Ideas, Tips or Strategies for this week
1. Minimum Effective Dose
Tim Ferris, the author of “The 4-Hour Body” teaches that many people waste time and effort on workouts and exercises that don’t yield significant results. Instead, he recommends focusing on the minimum effective dose of exercise or dietary change required to see a noticeable difference. This means cutting out any unnecessary steps and simplifying your routine to focus on what works best for you. By doing this, you can maximize your time and effort while still achieving significant results in your fitness and health goals.
2. Identity Based Habits
From the book “Atomic Habits” by James Clear, a useful lesson is to focus on identity-based habits rather than outcome-based habits. Clear argues that we often fail to stick to our habits because we are too focused on the outcome rather than the identity we want to cultivate. For example, instead of setting a goal to lose 10 pounds, focus on becoming the type of person who prioritizes health and fitness. This shift in focus can make a big difference in the long run because we are more likely to stick to habits that align with our identity.
To implement this strategy, start by asking yourself who you want to become and what kind of identity you want to cultivate. Then, identify the habits that align with that identity and start small by implementing them into your daily routine. As you begin to embody this new identity, you’ll find that sticking to these habits becomes easier and more natural over time.
3. Value Innovation
One useful lesson from the book “Blue Ocean Strategy” is the concept of “value innovation,” which involves creating a product or service that is simultaneously differentiated from the competition and offers a compelling value proposition to customers. The authors argue that companies should focus on creating new demand in untapped markets rather than competing for existing demand in crowded markets. By doing so, businesses can avoid the cut-throat competition of red oceans and instead create blue oceans of uncontested market space. This lesson can be applied not only to businesses, but also to individuals looking to create their own unique personal brand or career path. By focusing on creating value and offering something truly unique, individuals can carve out their own niche and stand out from the crowd.
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2 Stories, Quotes, or Case-Studies for this week
1. Virtual Wedding!?
In 2021, a Japanese company named Watabe Wedding created a new service called “My Virtual Wedding,” which allowed couples to hold their wedding ceremony entirely in virtual reality. The package included customizable avatars, a virtual chapel, and even a virtual reception with guests who could attend from anywhere in the world. While this may seem like a gimmick or a novelty, it raises interesting questions about the future of technology and human connection.
2. Acceptance
In her 2013 interview with Access Hollywood, Oprah Winfrey talked about her experience with weight loss and body image. She shared that, for years, she had tried to lose weight by following fad diets and trying different exercise routines, but nothing seemed to work. Eventually, she realized that her weight was not just about what she ate or how much she exercised – it was also about how she felt about herself.
Oprah realized that she needed to work on her self-esteem and self-worth before she could make any lasting changes to her physical health. She started focusing on self-care and self-love, and eventually lost over 40 pounds in a healthy and sustainable way.
This experience taught Oprah the importance of loving and accepting yourself for who you are, and not just focusing on external appearances. It’s a lesson that has stayed with her and has had a profound impact on her life.
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1 Critical Question to Ask Yourself
When J.K. Rowling was going through a difficult time in her life, she used that experience to fuel her creativity and write the first Harry Potter book. This taught the lesson that sometimes our struggles can be used to create something beautiful and impactful.
“Have I ever turned a difficult experience into something positive? How did it impact my life?”
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Raam Anand
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Publisher & Chief Editor at Stardom Books (USA/India)
Author of the International Bestseller, Write Now
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