3-2-1: On systems vs. goals, identity-based habits, and the lessons of life
James Clearjamesclear.com
3-2-1: On systems vs. goals, identity-based habits, and the lessons of life
A final thought from Atomic Habits as we start the new year:
“Improvements are only temporary until they become part of who you are.
-The goal is not to read a book, the goal is to become a reader.
-The goal is not to run a marathon, the goal is to become a runner.
-The goal is not to learn an instrument, the goal is to become a musician.
This year,... See more
“Improvements are only temporary until they become part of who you are.
-The goal is not to read a book, the goal is to become a reader.
-The goal is not to run a marathon, the goal is to become a runner.
-The goal is not to learn an instrument, the goal is to become a musician.
This year,... See more
jamesclear.com • 3-2-1: On Systems vs. Goals, Endings, and the Importance of Leverage | James Clear
James Clear - Summation
Deconstruct system
Consistency
Small habit
Collection of behaviors
Each habit like a little gear
Goes forever
Don’t skip more than a day
Reclaim quickly
What can I do on my worst day
The person you see yourself as
Type of person you want to become
Small habits to pursue that identity
Build up evidence - powerful
Return to powerful
... See moreMany people begin the process of changing their habits by focusing on what they want to achieve. This leads us to outcome-based habits. The alternative is to build identity-based habits. With this approach, we start by focusing on who we wish to become.
James Clear • Atomic Habits: the life-changing million-copy #1 bestseller
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