For full show notes go to: https://www.drheathermckee.co.uk/podcast-bite-sized-habits.php?title=episode-10-how-are-others-supporting-you-in-your-health-goals&post=u7D813 In this episode we talk to the renowned Stephen Ledbetter, also widely known as Coach Stevo. Stevo has spent over 10 years practicing in the field of motivation science. For two years he wrote to an audience of 85 million on the My Fitness Pal blog, and has since gone on to found Habitry. He is currently based in Oakland, California, where through Habitry he helps businesses embed practical motivation science, build evidence based products and more effective communication. In this episode we drill down into the concept of motivation science, how to gain others support, how to experiment to find what works for you and ultimately how to see health as a journey not a destination. In this episode you will learn: • Why adopting key elements from motivation science is vital to help you build habits that last • The importance of relationships with others in your health journey • The goals that are successful – (hint they aren’t weight loss goals!) • How to gain the vital support you need from others for your health journey including; how to role play the exact conversation to enable their support Key questions to ask yourself based on this episode: • How do you ensure your basic needs are met in your healthy habit journey? • How are others supporting you in your health goals? • Who are you nervous about telling about your health journey – can you ask them for their support? It was such a huge honour to have Stevo on the podcast and I know you are going to love his actionable insights. Key resources: Stevo’s website https://habitry.com/about I thoroughly recommend his blog on motivation science https://medium.com/practical-motivation-science Get in touch with Stevo at: stevo@habitry.com Podcast https://twitter.com/thebettercast Other resources mentioned: The importance of walking for health and stress management. https://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/01/21/stressed-at-work-try-a-lunchtime-walk/ Charles Duigg as mentioned here Lean habits -lifelong weight loss https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lean-Habits-Lifelong-Weight-Loss/dp/B0719QLM2N/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1526755006&sr=1-1 Why we what understanding motivation https://www.amazon.co.uk/Why-We-what-Understanding-Motivation/dp/0140255265 https://www.amazon.com/Self-Determination-Theory-Practice-Supportive-Environment/dp/1520661355 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Loss-Happens-Monday-Josh-Hills/dp/1931046549/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1526755066&sr=1-1&keywords=josh+hills