No matter how talented, motivated, or visionary you are, your ability to do whatever it is you want to do consistently is the secret sauce of life. But what does consistency really mean? And what do most people get wrong about the connection between consistency and success?
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Many people equate consistency with success. They think it's about conquering one big challenge, one large mountain.
But life isn't a single mountain; it's a series of molehills. There are also natural peaks and valleys that we all experience as humans. The real key to success lies in taking slow, small, steady steps over these molehills. It's not a sprint; it's a marathon of mindful actions.
The Mindset Shift
Consistency isn't just about discipline; it's about creating an environment where discipline becomes the default. Simplify the process, remove the complexities, and make it as easy as flipping a switch to get started.
The Power of Little Things
Remember, how you do little things is how you do all things. It's about laying one brick at a time to build that wall. It's about the accumulation of small, consistent actions that lead to significant results.
Small Steps > Grand Gestures
Consistency is not about grand gestures or monumental tasks. It's about the daily grind, the small steps you take every day that lead you to your ultimate goal. So, the next time you find yourself struggling with consistency, remember: it's not about the mountain; it's about the molehills.
It's crucial to ask yourself some hard-hitting questions, in two different categories:
What Matters Most?: Identify the key areas in your life that require consistent effort.
Why Does It Matter?: Understand the deeper reasons behind your goals.
What's the Endgame?: Visualize what success looks like for you.
What's Holding You Back?: Is it fear, lack of knowledge, or perhaps a lack of enjoyment?
How Can You Simplify?: Identify the smallest, simplest actions that can move you toward your goals.
Who or What Can Hold You Accountable?: Find a mentor, tracking system, or community that can help you stay on track.
Visualize: Create a vision board or write down your goals and why they matter. Keep it somewhere you'll see it every day.
Plan: Break down your big goals into smaller, manageable tasks. Schedule them.
Execute and Adjust: Start executing your plan. If something isn't working, adjust but don't quit.