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“What you do on your bad days matters more than what you do on your good days.” — @kevin2kelly
Execute based on your own plan and not in reaction to others. Agency and ownership rule the day, and this is why “Send email to X” is stronger than “Send reply to Y” — the best work does not happen in reaction to what others do. Just build your own plan based on your goals and the information you have at hand, and don’t be afraid to update it as yo... See more
Andrew Chen • The Case Against Morning Yoga, Daily Routines, and Endless Meetings
Andrew Chen
How to spot high agency people
Habit: Initially, you might simply grab a cup of coffee first thing in the morning without much thought. You do it automatically because it's become ingrained in your daily life.
Routine: As you become more intentional about your coffee consumption, it might evolve into a routine. You might start to:
Set your coffee maker the night before
Use a specific mug
Drink your coffee at a particular time or place in your home
Perhaps add some light stretching or reading while you drink
This routine requires more conscious effort and planning than the initial habit.
Ritual: Eventually, your morning coffee could become a full-fledged ritual. This might involve:
Carefully selecting and grinding specific coffee beans
Using a pour-over or other specialized brewing method
Sitting in a dedicated space for your coffee time
Incorporating meditation or journaling while you drink
Perhaps even sharing this time with a partner or family member in a meaningful way
An email from Coach Sommer I revisit often:
Hi Tim,
Patience. Far too soon to expect strength improvements. Strength improvements [for a movement like this] take a minimum of 6 weeks. Any perceived improvements prior to that are simply the result of improved synaptic facilitation. In plain English, the central nervous system simply became more ... See more
The advice that you wish you would have 10 years ago is the same advice you need to take today.
