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Why You Can't Do The Work

Why You Can't Do The Work

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ARISTOTLE

“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act but a habit.”

ARISTOTLE

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1. Know What’s Holding You Back

1. Know What’s Holding You Back

Resistance comes from your current habits and identity, which are afraid of change. When you try to improve, these habits push back to stay the same.

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JOSEPH CAMPBELL

“The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek.”

JOSEPH CAMPBELL

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2. Follow the Discomfort

2. Follow the Discomfort

The tasks you avoid the most are probably the ones that will help you grow. Use that feeling of resistance as a clue to what’s important.

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WINSTON CHURCHILL

“If you’re going through hell, keep going.”

WINSTON CHURCHILL

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3. Get Comfortable with Discomfort

3. Get Comfortable with Discomfort

Success often requires pushing through tough or uncomfortable moments. There’s no easy way around it.

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BRIAN TRACY

“The ability to delay gratification is a learned skill. It is the difference between the successful and the unsuccessful.”

BRIAN TRACY

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4. Avoid Quick Pleasures

4. Avoid Quick Pleasures

Social media, games, and other quick fixes give instant rewards that make real work feel boring. Cut back on these so work feels satisfying again.

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JIM ROHN

“You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.”

JIM ROHN

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5. Watch What You Consume

5. Watch What You Consume

What you watch, read, and listen to fills your mind. Surround yourself with content that supports your goals, and work will feel more natural.

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ROBERT COLLIER

“Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out.”

ROBERT COLLIER

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6. Take Small Wins

6. Take Small Wins

You won’t beat resistance every time, and that’s okay. Aim for small progress over time instead of perfect results.

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ABRAHAM LINCOLN

“Discipline is choosing between what you want now and what you want most.”

ABRAHAM LINCOLN

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7. Set Up for Success

7. Set Up for Success

Make it easy to start work by removing distractions around you. A simpler environment helps you stay focused.

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