Understanding Themes and Decision-Making

The video discusses the common failure of New Year's resolutions and suggests using broad, resonant themes instead. Themes like 'Year of Health' or 'Year of Novelty' provide flexibility and adaptability, allowing personal growth without the guilt of unmet goals. The video emphasizes the importance of choosing a theme that resonates personally and can adapt over time, offering a more sustainable approach to self-improvement.

Why do New Year's resolutions often fail according to the video?

• They are not specific enough.

• They are too easy to achieve.

• They are often too rigid and specific.

• They are not set at the right time of year.

What is the main advantage of setting a theme over a specific goal?

• Themes are easier to measure.

• Themes are more challenging.

• Themes allow for more flexibility and focus on trends.

• Themes require less effort.

How can a theme help in everyday decision-making?

• By making decisions for you automatically.

• By eliminating the need for decision-making.

• By encouraging you to make choices aligned with the theme.

• By providing a strict set of rules to follow.

What is the role of a 'theme-bot' as described in the video?

• To enforce strict rules.

• To provide constant reminders of failure.

• To help notice choices and guide decisions.

• To automate daily tasks.

What does the concept of 'resonance' refer to in the context of themes?

• The ability of a theme to change over time.

• The alignment of a theme with your personal goals.

• The emotional impact a theme has on you.

• The way a theme can make your brain 'vibrate' with alignment.

What is a key characteristic of a good theme?

• It should be very specific.

• It should be broad and adaptable.

• It should be easy to achieve.

• It should be challenging.

How does having a theme influence your thinking?

• It limits your thinking to specific goals.

• It makes you think less about your actions.

• It encourages you to think about your thinking.

• It stops you from overthinking.

What should you consider when picking a theme?

• It should be easy to achieve.

• It should resonate with you personally.

• It should be recommended by others.

• It should be a popular choice.

Why might a seasonal theme be more effective than a yearly one?

• Seasons are longer and allow for more change.

• Seasons provide a natural reminder of change.

• Seasons are easier to plan for.

• Seasons are less predictable.

What is the suggested duration for trying out a new theme?

• A year

• A week

• A month

• A season