Author of the #1 NYT bestseller Atomic Habits (https://xitter.cf/t.co/aWrO9DWkH5). I write about building good habits. Over 3 million people read my 3-2-1 newsletter.
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A Monday morning question for you:
The greatest quests are worthwhile not just because of the rewards they bring, but also because of who we must become along the way.
Are you playing a game worth losing? Will it have been worth the attempt even if it doesn’t work out?
What is a beautiful quote or passage about the natural world?
Descriptions of the seasons, the formation of the stars, the feeling of a sunrise or sunset, the power of rivers, the intelligence of animals, the moon, etc.
Share the best ones you've found and we can all enjoy.
Long-term thinking changes your short-term actions.
-When you intend to invest long-term, it changes which stocks you buy.
-When you intend to be in a relationship long-term, it changes the type of person you look for.
-When you intend to stay injury-free for the long term, it changes the type of workouts you do.
Build what lasts.
This idea is from today's edition of my 3-2-1 Thursday newsletter.
Each one features 3 short ideas from me, 2 quotes from others, and 1 question for you to ponder.
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Use what you already know. People are so busy searching for a shortcut — or hoping an easier path will reveal itself — they let numerous moments slip by when they could get results simply by doing what is right in front of them.
You can be authentic and hardworking and still struggle to find your footing if you’re in the wrong environment.
-A fun person trapped in the wrong city.
-A loving partner in a relationship that won’t reciprocate.
-A great entrepreneur stuck in the wrong business.
Think about your placement as much as your performance. Plant yourself where you can thrive.
A Monday morning question for you:
Improvement often starts with awareness.
Which part of your day currently feels most aligned with where you want to go? Which part of your day currently feels least aligned?
This idea is from today's edition of my 3-2-1 Thursday newsletter.
Each one features 3 short ideas from me, 2 quotes from others, and 1 question for you to ponder.
You can see more of today's newsletter (and sign up to get it in your inbox) at jamesclear.com/3-2-1
The mindset:
Confident enough to start. Humble enough to keep learning.
The trap:
Too humble to start. Or too confident to keep learning.
Your best performances will come when you are working in a way that is a full expression of you. The work becomes a natural display of your personality. This is when you not only get better results, but also love the activity — because in doing the craft, you feel alive.
A Monday morning question for you:
Life is always progressing to the next stage. As you enter a new season, habits that previously served you well may need to be refreshed or adjusted. Which one of your current habits have you outgrown and is in need of a change?
This idea is from today's edition of my 3-2-1 Thursday newsletter.
Each one features 3 short ideas from me, 2 quotes from others, and 1 question for you to ponder.
You can see more of today's newsletter (and sign up to get it in your inbox) at jamesclear.com/3-2-1
An idea from Atomic Habits:
When you fall in love with the process rather than the product, you don’t have to wait to give yourself permission to be happy. You can be satisfied anytime your system is running.
A Monday morning question for you:
Always work on the limiting factor.
What is holding you back right now?
In the long run, the opportunities that are right for you have a way of finding you. Sometimes you wish so dearly that a new relationship or a big chance will go your way. It can feel like heartbreak when it falls through. But you have to dust yourself off and keep reaching and keep working. Water always finds its level. Stay in the game, keep your energy high, and do your best each day. You'll find the moments that are meant for you.
This idea is from today's edition of my 3-2-1 Thursday newsletter.
Each one features 3 short ideas from me, 2 quotes from others, and 1 question for you to ponder.
You can see more of today's newsletter (and sign up to get it in your inbox) at jamesclear.com/3-2-1