The Power of Small Gains

"When you give something up completely there is a hardstop and it becomes finite. However, if you keep having some wins, eventually the sum of all the small wins equates to a big gain. Small wins may not seem like a big achievement. But before you know it, these incremental shifts will be impactful habits in the long run.

Charles Duhigg shares the importance of habitual habits and their impact on your life and more importantly your brain. He believes that if you give yourself a goal, habits start changing. In his findings he shares, “one set of neurological patterns had been overridden by new patterns”. In essence, as habits change so does your mind.

Small Gains are less intimidating and easily attainable. Small Gains are a great way to jump start a positive change in your life. It seems less of a commitment although its impact has the power to become a great habit. It keeps you going in the right direction and keeps you motivated."

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Reflection:

What are some small gains you've attained so far?

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