Habits keep me grounded

November 26, 2022 notes

Habits make life easier. They keep me grounded. They reduce the decision-making load. The right habits ensure certain things that need to be done get done, and allow attention to be funneled where it’s most needed.

I love habits and I love making them ritualistic and rich and I love the unbroken lines they create in my life. Habits keep me connected to my past selves, and give me confidence to step into my future self.

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