The Power of Tiny Habits
Success is largely the product of daily habits—not once-in-a-lifetime transformations.
The 1% Rule
If you can get 1 percent better each day for one year, you'll end up thirty-seven times better by the time you're done. Conversely, if you get 1 percent worse each day for one year, you'll decline nearly down to zero. What starts as a small win or a minor setback accumulates into something much more.
Why Small Habits Make a Big Difference
Habits are the compound interest of self-improvement. The same way that money multiplies through compound interest, the effects of your habits multiply as you repeat them. They seem to make little difference on any given day and yet the impact they deliver over the months and years can be enormous.
Key Takeaways
- Start Small: Don't try to change everything at once. Pick one tiny habit.
- Be Consistent: Frequency matters more than intensity.
- Trust the Process: Results lag behind habits. Be patient.
"You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems."