Focus on consistency
If you have a goal of writing a book, and you focus on intensity, you may lock yourself away for thirty days, and write eight hours a day. It will require a huge block of dedicated time and lots of motivation.
- Instead of writing a 50,000-word book in thirty days, write 500 words a day for 100 days.
- Instead of going on a two-week fast to get in better shape, eliminate sugar and processed carbs from your diet.
- Instead of waiting to start your business until you've quit your job, set aside three hours a week and start a side gig.
The intensity approach is more dramatic but slow and steady wins the race.
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