6. Spend More Time Practicing Things You Find Difficult
To excel in any skill you need to push yourself out of your comfort zone. This is known as deliberate practice.
Try taking time out of your day to practice the things that do not come naturally to you, and you will see how quickly you grow.
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Practicing Things You Find Difficult
Practice in itself is great, but if you’re practicing things you know well, you’re doing it wrong.
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What Practicing the Sandbox Method Means
- Honestly assessing your limits to figure out where you need to improve.
- Setting a goal just beyond your current ability to motivate yourself to stretch beyond your comfort zone.
- Practicing with intense focus.
Break Out of Your Comfort Zone
- Do everyday things differently. Make a change (large or small) in the way you do things on a day-to-day basis.
- Take your time making decisions. Making educated decisions can push you out of your comfort zone. Think, don't just react.
- Trust yourself and make s...
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