6️⃣ The 20-Second Rule
✔ Habits are the foundation of success. But bad habits are easier because they require less effort.
✔ Reduce friction for good habits and increase friction for bad ones.
✔ How to apply it?
→ Want to exercise? Keep your workout clothes next to your bed.
→ Want to read more? Place books within easy reach.
→ Want to reduce social media use? Log out or remove distracting apps.
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