Quotes from Steve Scott

Frankly, it's easy to fall into the trap of lying to ourselves about a negative routine. You might think an action (like drinking) is an innocent thing that "sometimes" gets out of control. However, the people around you might have a different opinion. Perhaps they feel this habit is the sign of a deep-seated addiction that needs immediate attention.

Because your core values can serve as a measuring stick for all of your choices and decisions in life , keeping you focused on the person you want to be and the life you wish to lead.

The truth is, our best intentions often fail in the harsh light of how much you desire to engage in the very habit you're trying to eliminate. In psychology terms, your super-ego is no match for your id.

This goes back to the conversation about ego depletion. Remember—you have a limited amount of willpower every day. When it's depleted, it's hard to control your impulses.

What you need (and what the following book provides) is a strategy for identifying your worst habits and learning how to overcome them.

Habits run our lives. Much of what you do is based on a habit you've developed at some point in your life. In fact, according to a 2006 study conducted at Duke University, over 40 percent of what you do on a daily basis is habitual. In other words, you often complete the same actions, in the same place and at the same time. 

Every habit has a trigger. This is a thought, cue or action that makes you want to do the bad habit. Your job is to identify any trigger that pops up. Use your journal to track triggers by writing them as they occur. Include the following important information: Where are you?  Who is with you?  What are you doing? What thoughts are in your head?

The best way to make a permanent change is to focus on daily, incremental improvements.

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You probably remember that line from Field of Dreams: "If you build it, they will come." This is not true in regards to small affiliate websites. 

I keep telling my kids - whether you achieve your goal or not is not the most important thing. Putting yourself in position to achieve those goals is what's important.