To translate intention into skill, make purpose operational. Form “if–then” implementation intentions—e.g., “If it’s 7 a.m., then I draft 200 words”—a method shown to increase follow-through (Gollwitzer, 1999). Pair this with brief, feedback-rich loops: five focused repetitions, one micro-critique, repeat. Protect attention by aligning tools to task—templates for common moves, checklists for quality, and a visible scoreboard for progress. Over time, these small, purpose-shaped actions compound, and craft becomes the body language of your intention. In this light, Douglass’s insight reads as both inspiration and instruction: kindle clarity first, and let practice carry the flame. [...]
