Why Goals Are Overrated (And What to Do Instead)

Goals often fail because they rely on intense discipline, short-term effort, and a "spending mindset" where energy is exchanged for a single reward.

Instead, focus on habits, which work like investments—small, consistent actions that compound into exponential growth over time.

Keystone habits, like exercising or meditating, ripple into other areas of life, making it easier to adopt other positive habits.

Long-term change starts with 30-day challenges, where you consistently practice a habit until it becomes automatic.

Habits like exercising, cooking, meditating, reading, writing, and socializing offer the best returns on effort, improving physical, emotional, and social well-being.

The key is to prioritize small, consistent wins that build momentum, leading to transformative, lasting results.