Habits

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What are “Habits”?

“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” — Will Durant, historian, paraphrasing Aristotle, ancient Greek philosopher

Key Points:

• Habits are regular actions that support us.
• Due to the power of Accumulation, habits can add up to huge results over time.
• Habits require Willpower to create. It’s better to use Guiding Structure to help install the habits you want to adopt.
• Habits are easier to install if you use triggers. For example, make a note to take your vitamins every time you wash your teeth.
• Focus on installing one habit at a time until it feels automatic and you can move to the next one. Remember that your Willpower is limited.

Questions for Consideration:

• What productive habits have you already installed?
• What habits, if you installed them, would produce positive results in your life?
• Are there any triggers or structural changes you could use to make installing the habit easier?

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