The Tiny Habits Method: Make the habit you want to build so tiny that you cannot fail. When you lack motivation and the habit you want to build is hard, then you won’t do it (50 push-ups). However, when you lack motivation, but the habit is easy, you’ll do it (1 push-up)! 💪

“Nobody cares what you did yesterday. What have you done today to better yourself?” — David Goggins

I feel like we’re on the same page, the article you referenced emphasized the importance of active recall through testing, and spaced repetition/learning involves actively recalling information via the Leitner system (with Anki being the most famous SRS).

Practice getting over your fears one small step at a time and expand your comfort zone. Try the 100 days of rejection: youtu.be/-vZXgApsPCQ

The Forgetting Curve shows that: - Within 1 hour, people forget an average of 50% of new information presented to them. - Within 24 hours, an average of 70% ! - And within a week, an average of 90% !! To reduce forgetfulness, use the Spaced Repetition learning technique.

“What we are communicates far more eloquently than anything we say or do.” — Stephen Covey

Indeed

“You have power over your mind — not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.” — Marcus Aurelius

Form mini habits to reach ambitious goals. Try practicing a new skill for 5 minutes every day. It may seem trivial at first, but the results will compound into impressive feats over time. Here’s one of my favorite TED talks demonstrating this approach: youtu.be/TQMbvJNRpLE

“Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new.” — Albert Einstein

Learn one thing, and it’ll lead you to another. When I studied biochemistry in college, I realized if I could synthesize chemical compounds by following a lab manual, then I could follow a simple recipe to bake creme brûlée! 😋 When learning new skills, integrate your old ones.

“Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass. It's about learning how to dance in the rain.” — Vivian Greene #ThursdayMotivation

Visualizing success works. A study at UChicago tested the effect of visualization. As expected, the control group had 0 improvement, but the group that physically practiced shooting free throws had virtually the same improvement rate as the group that simply visualized success.

"We cannot choose our external circumstances, but we can always choose how we respond to them." — Epictetus