21 tiny habits that will transform your life in 6 months

Build momentum + set the tone for the day. Your future self will thank you.

2. Take an ‘internal shower

Drink a full glass of water right away. 60% of your body is water. Replenish it. 

“If [more] information was the answer, then we’d all be billionaires with perfect abs.” It’s not what you know, it’s what you do consistently.” —David Sivers

Onwards. 

This will activate your mind + body.

4. Step outside

Jump rope outdoors? Get 2-for-1. A healthy tide of cortisol is released when you step outside at daybreak, allowing you to become more alert.

You’ll reset your circadian rhythm. 

Remind yourself who you want to be. 14% who have goals are 10x more successful than those without goals. The 3% with written goals are 3x more successful than the 14%.

6. Read a passage

Philosophy, religion, etc. I like ‘The Daily Stoic’ by Ryan Holiday. 

Happiness is abundant by design, scarce by luck. 

Learn to take care of something other than yourself. Pets are great; plants are smaller-scale. All great legacies start small.

8. Take a 1-2 min cold shower

Take a regular shower, and turn the water cold for the last 1-2 mins. You’ll feel ON. 

Gm texts >>>

Make someone’s day. 

The best productivity app on your phone is called airplane mode (use it).

11. Score your day (like a movie) with music

Music is a powerful mood enhancer. Almost everything is more enjoyable with music, right? So enjoy it.

My go-to: Hans Zimmer. 

Uncomfortable fact: More people die in the U.S. from overfeeding than underfeeding.

Drink a glass of water before your meals. You’ll feel fuller (and prevent overeating). 

• 3 hours on your most important project
• 3 shorter tasks
• 3 maintenance activities

Defining a “productive day” is crucial.

Or else you’ll never be at peace (even with excellent output).