If it’s not planned, it’s not a priority.
I realized the key to turning desire into action is not motivation, but implementation planning.
Having a plan can improve the chances of achieving and sticking to a goal.
How do we create an implementation intention or plan?
Example: “During the next week, I will partake in at least 20 minutes of active exercise on [DAY] at [TIME] in [PLACE].” (Quote: James Clear)
Key Takeaway: people who plan precisely when and where to execute a new habit are more likely to follow through.
PS: "A study in the British Journal of Health Psychology found that 91% people who planned their intention to exercise by writing down when and where they would exercise each week ended up following through." - James Clear