7 Tiny Rules to Build the Life You Actually Want
You don’t need a perfect plan. You need systems. You need small wins. You need momentum.
Here are 7 tiny rules that will change your life:
1. Become Your Dream Person
Stop saying “I need to...” and start saying “I’m someone who...”
→ Example: “I’m a writer.” Not “I should write.”
→ Why: Identity drives action. Motivation is overrated.
2. Never Miss Twice
One bad day? Fine. Two in a row? That’s how chaos starts.
→ Example: Skip the gym Monday? Show up Tuesday. No excuses.
→ Why: One miss = normal. Two = a pattern.
3. Stack Your To-Do List
Build tiny habits on top of each other.
→ Example: Brush teeth → 10 squats → 1 journal sentence.
→ Why: Small wins stack fast. Momentum > motivation.
4. Visual Wins
Track it or trash it.
→ Example: Mark an X every day you show up on a wall calendar.
→ Why: Progress you can see is progress you’ll keep.
5. Environment Wins
Design your space to make winning easier.
→ Example: Workout clothes by your bed. No Instagram during work hours.
→ Why: Willpower is weak. Systems are strong.
6. Rewire the Boredom
Bored? Don’t quit. Change the vibe.
→ Example: New playlist. Work from a café. Put on lipstick. Try a new perfume.
→ Why: Novelty keeps your brain engaged (and you in the game).
7. Reset in 60
Screwed up? Cool. You’ve got 60 seconds to bounce back.
→ Example: Ate junk? Walk for a minute. Drink some water right now.
→ Why: Guilt spirals love dragging you down. Interrupt fast.
Reminder:
Tiny wins > massive plans.
Systems > willpower.
Momentum > motivation.
Identity > goals.
Pick one of these rules today and start. You’re closer than you think.
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