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== The Core Principle == | |||
Success isn't about making huge leaps or dramatic changes. It's about making small, consistent choices that compound over time into extraordinary results. | |||
== Why Most People Miss This == | |||
* '''Immediate results bias:''' We expect quick wins and give up when we don't see them | |||
* '''Linear thinking:''' We underestimate exponential growth | |||
* '''Impatience:''' We quit right before the compound effect kicks in | |||
== Real-World Applications == | |||
* '''Health:''' Walking 30 minutes daily seems insignificant, but leads to massive fitness gains over years | |||
* '''Wealth:''' Investing $200/month starting at age 25 can become $1M+ by retirement | |||
* '''Skills:''' Reading 10 pages daily = 18 books per year = expertise in 3-5 years | |||
* '''Relationships:''' Small daily acts of kindness compound into deep, lasting bonds | |||
== The Magic Formula == | |||
Small Smart Choices + Consistency + Time = Radical Difference | |||
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The Core Principle
Success isn't about making huge leaps or dramatic changes. It's about making small, consistent choices that compound over time into extraordinary results.
Why Most People Miss This
- Immediate results bias: We expect quick wins and give up when we don't see them
- Linear thinking: We underestimate exponential growth
- Impatience: We quit right before the compound effect kicks in
Real-World Applications
- Health: Walking 30 minutes daily seems insignificant, but leads to massive fitness gains over years
- Wealth: Investing $200/month starting at age 25 can become $1M+ by retirement
- Skills: Reading 10 pages daily = 18 books per year = expertise in 3-5 years
- Relationships: Small daily acts of kindness compound into deep, lasting bonds
The Magic Formula
Small Smart Choices + Consistency + Time = Radical Difference