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"First we make our habits, then our habits make us." – John Dryden

 

 

"Notice Your Successes"

The Power of Habits and Intentional Focus

 

Habits are the architects of our daily lives. I used to think that real change required a revolution—big steps, dramatic sacrifices. Now I know that’s not true. The secret lies in small, daily decisions, repeated consistently.

How Does Change Begin?

 

In habit psychology, it’s not just about the action itself but how we perceive it. If someone asked me about the most important skill for building new habits, I’d say: the ability to recognize even the smallest successes. That’s exactly what I’m practicing now.

Because here’s my first habit: EXERCISES + BIKE. Every day. No exceptions. I start my day with a workout—before even drinking water with vinegar and olive oil. Then, cycling—either to church or to play basketball. Yesterday? I did both. The day before? Same. And today? My workout is already waiting for me.

It’s not just about physical activity. It’s about building the identity of someone who follows through on their commitments. And as it turns out, that makes all the difference.

 

The Psychological Trap of the Education System

 

School taught us the opposite. We were trained to focus on mistakes. Grades reflected what we lacked, not what we had achieved. But has anyone ever highlighted our correct answers in green? Think about that.

This is a fundamental flaw in how our minds are programmed—focusing on what’s broken instead of reinforcing what works.

If you want a new habit to become part of your life, you must acknowledge it every single day. Even if it seems trivial, write it down, think about it, smile at yourself. Your brain needs the signal: "I’m doing well." And that, in turn, creates a sense of satisfaction—the strongest glue for habit formation.

 

Automating Success

 

 

In a few weeks, my first habit will no longer require conscious effort. It will simply be part of me. I’m already building my second habit. This is a new experiment, and I’m observing it with curiosity. Will the same pattern repeat? Will the second habit become automatic faster than the first? Answers coming soon.

Noticing success is a process that, over time, becomes instinctive. It’s like changing a cognitive strategy—shifting from spotting problems to recognizing solutions. After all, what we focus on shapes our reality.

Today's Motto:

"What you focus on grows."

 

And I’m focusing on the fact that I’m doing well.

 

 

 

 

 

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