“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.”

This quote, often emphasized by coaches, holds particular significance in sports. The principle applies to achieving success on game day by consistently performing well during practice. It involves discovering the necessary actions for success and reliably executing them.

In football, inconsistency leads to a lack of trust and limited playing time. In life, we choose between consistent adherence to our responsibilities or persistently being inconsistent.

To strive for excellence, it is crucial to develop positive habits and maintain consistency. Simplify the process and focus on consistency to achieve greatness.

You are paid for what you master.

Those athletes who put in the work on their craft are the ones who become professional.

The more you know and the more skills you possess, the more desirable you become for job positions.

If you have a hobby, skill, or service that you’d like to be paid for, master it. Become the best you can be at that activity. You may be paid in money, confidence, or in some other positive way.

Master your craft and watch the blessings flow.

My wife and I are currently experiencing the 4-month regression with our baby.

It’s a period characterized by disrupted sleep patterns and increased fussiness in a baby’s development around four months of age. Initially, I wasn’t sure if it was a real thing, but now that it’s happening, I understand.

Babies are similar to adults in that we all go through regressions in different aspects of our lives. Just like with a baby, regressions should be expected, but they are not permanent.

As parents, it’s important to remain consistent with sleeping and feeding schedules, knowing that our baby will soon get back on track.

No matter what regression we experience, whether it’s a disrupted sleep schedule or falling off a workout plan, it’s crucial to remember that regressions are natural and we can overcome them.

Successfully navigating through a regression can serve as a catalyst for accomplishing many things. Keep pushing forward.

I dislike taking my dog out for a walk in the morning. Even after four years, my feelings haven’t changed.

However, I understand that it is necessary. She needs to use the bathroom outside and get exercise. Despite my aversion, I commit to walking my dog every day, and she can rely on me or my wife for this routine.

If I only did what I wanted, I wouldn’t achieve much. By consistently doing necessary tasks, even when I don’t want to, I can see improvements in various areas of life.

Whether it’s walking my dog or pursuing significant goals, I understand the importance of consistent effort, even when it’s challenging.

Success awaits those who embrace the necessary actions, even when they don’t feel like it.

Sometimes, achieving a major goal or establishing a new habit requires multiple small adjustments and habits.

For instance, if your goal is to exercise daily but you struggle to find time or energy, you might need to start by making an effort to wake up early each day. This can lead to a more productive start to your day, better time management, and ultimately more time and energy to work out.

Similarly, to enhance my writing skills and develop a writing habit, I have started writing a blog post every day.

It is beneficial to set small goals that serve as stepping stones and provide valuable learning experiences, ultimately helping you achieve your larger goals. As the saying goes, “The best way to eat an elephant is piece by piece.” Therefore, consider your desired big goal or habit and identify the small habits that will support its realization.

Jim Rohn once said, “What is easy to do is also easy not to do.”

Consistency plays a crucial role here.

If you consistently engage in a task, it will gradually become easier. Conversely, if you lack consistency, it will become easier to avoid that task as time goes on.

Consider the numerous benefits that come with adopting a new habit or pursuing any desired goal, and simply take action towards it, without hesitation.