Itty Bitty Habits in a Two-Minute Post: Your Path to Higher Performance

Jan 09, 2024

Hey Friends,


Let's talk about those tiny habits that could have a giant impact. You know the drill – every New Year’s, we pledge to eat cleaner, get fitter, and catch more Z’s. At first, we’re on cloud nine with our progress. But then? Not so much. Ever wonder why these shiny new routines fizzle out, leaving us in a lurch?


It’s not about the fire in our belly; it's our game plan that needs a rethink. We're ace at biting off more than we can chew right out of the gate.


So, what's the real deal for making those changes last? Drumroll, please... It’s all about those teeny, manageable habits.

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The real kicker is understanding that our drive isn't the end-all. Relying on motivation is like trying to push a boulder uphill... with a teaspoon.


The Won’t of Willpower

The Myth? More willpower. The Reality? Smarter strategies. We’re all running on empty when it comes to the pep rally in our heads. The magic happens when we weave new, tiny behaviors into our everyday hustle. It’s about the cues that nudge us towards the habits that stick.


Here's the scoop: Throw out that guilt trip about willpower. I've got a two-parter for you – quit the self-blame game and chop up those big dreams into bite-sized, totally doable deeds.


Motivation might get you a quick win but for the marathon? You need something sturdier. Steady, repeated actions are your golden ticket. Start with small, immediate steps that transform your lofty ambitions into your new norm.

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Designing Effective Prompts

Crafting the proper prompts is a game-changer for forming habits that actually stick. Imagine tying your habit to an anchor event, like squats post-email check. It’s about making it fit so snugly into your life that it feels like second nature. We're talking about the who, what, when, and where of our daily patterns.


For example, let me tell you what I'm stirring up for 2024. After years of lifting weights, I’ve become about as bendy as a crowbar. So, my new thing? Stretching. Here's how I'm wiring it into my brain: My alarm clock is my starting gun at 5 AM. The routine? Dog, beans, brew. Before the coffee hits my lips, I'm hitting a 15-minute stretch. I'm betting this will be my jam for the next couple of decades.


The bottom line? Grit isn’t the hero of this story. It’s the micro-moves, the ones you can do today, that build the habits of tomorrow.


And hey, if you're serious about making 2024 the year you do the thing instead of just talking about it, trust the power of starting small.


Pro Tip: Kick things off with “starter steps.” Pop your sneakers by the bed as a promise for a morning run.


Want to dig deeper? "Atomic Habits" by James Clear is your handbook. It’s all about the system, not just the finish line.

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