Instead, “disciplined” people are better at structuring their lives in a way that does not require heroic willpower and self-control.

“When scientists analyze people who appear to have tremendous self-control, it turns out those individuals aren’t all that different from those who are struggling. It’s something very different to say I’m the type of person who is this.” It’s one thing to say I’m the type of person who wants this. “The ultimate form of intrinsic motivation is when a habit becomes part of your identity. “If you want better results, then forget about setting goals. “Some people spend their entire lives waiting for the time to be right to make an improvement.” “Success is the product of daily habits-not once-in-a-lifetime transformations.” “The more pride you have in a particular aspect of your identity, the more motivated you will be to maintain the habits associated with it.' Ultimately, it is your commitment to the process that will determine your progress.” It is about the cycle of endless refinement and continuous improvement. It’s not about any single accomplishment. True long-term thinking is goal-less thinking. The purpose of building systems is to continue playing the game. “The purpose of setting goals is to win the game. “Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become.” And the task of building a good habit is like cultivating a delicate flower one day at a time.”

The task of breaking a bad habit is like uprooting a powerful oak within us. Roots entrench themselves and branches grow. But as that decision is repeated, a habit sprouts and grows stronger. The seed of every habit is a single, tiny decision. “All big things come from small beginnings. “Habits are the compound interest of self-improvement” “You do not rise to the level of your goals. No single instance will transform your beliefs, but as the votes build up, so does the evidence of your new identity.” “Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become. “This is the meaning of the phrase atomic habits-a regular practice or routine that is not only small and easy to do, but also the source of incredible power a component of the system of compound growth.” Below are thirty-five Atomic Habits quotes to inspire you and reinforce the teachings of the book:

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