The 7 Habits I’m Leaving Behind This Year (And Why You Should Too)
Most people don’t fail because they lack ambition. They fail because they keep habits that quietly sabotage progress . Every year, we talk about adding habits: better mornings, stronger discipline, more focus, more productivity. That’s a mistake! ❌ Growth doesn’t start with addition. It begins with subtraction. This year, I’m not obsessed with what I’ll do more of . I’m ruthless about what I’m leaving behind, because these habits look harmless, even responsible, but they actively block progress . π If you want a different year, not just a louder one, read carefully. Habit #1: Confusing Being Busy With Being Effective Let’s be honest: busyness is socially rewarded. We praise packed calendars, long hours, and constant availability. But busyness is not productivity; it’s often avoidance dressed as effort. π Data backs this up: Research from Harvard Business Review consistently shows that high performers focus on fewer priorities , not mo...