#Habit

Why Habits Outlast Inspiration in Creative Work

In the end, Butler’s advice asks us to trade the myth of the muse for the ethic of craft. Flaubert reputedly urged, “Be regular and orderly in your life so that you may be violent and original in your work” (c. 1852); the sentiment rhymes with Butler’s. Athletes, scientists, and coders alike ship results by showing up on schedule, not by awaiting a mood. Habit, then, is creative insurance: it carries you through weather. And once you’re moving, inspiration—capricious as it is—often remembers where to find you. [...]

Dismantling Fear, One Narrow Habit First

Translate the idea into a compact experiment. Day 1: Name one narrow fear habit (for example, postponing tough emails). Day 2: Define a 2-minute version of the opposite action and set a daily cue. Day 3: Recruit an accountability partner; send a daily completion text. Day 4: Add a tiny reward you will actually feel—tea, a walk, a song. Day 5: Slightly widen the action (two emails, a longer question). Day 6: Note evidence you survived and what improved. Day 7: Decide whether to stabilize the new habit or graduate to the next fear. With each loop completed, you teach yourself a sturdier story: courage grows by repetition, and the first narrow crack is how the wall begins to fall. [...]

Cultivating Lasting Happiness Through Passionate Habits

Ultimately, fostering happiness involves both self-discovery and mindful repetition. Begin by identifying pursuits that genuinely spark your interest, then create small, consistent routines around them—whether it’s morning runs, creative writing, or cooking. Over time, as these passionate habits become part of your lifestyle, happiness transforms from a distant goal into an accessible, daily experience. [...]

Laziness Is Nothing More Than the Habit of Resting Before You Get Tired - Jules Renard

Jules Renard, a French writer known for his wit and succinct commentary on human behavior, often used irony to critique societal attitudes. This quote reflects his sharp, satirical tone while delivering a humorous yet insightful observation about human nature. [...]