The Importance of a Clean Environment
Many people's lives are in utter chaos.
They often wake up late for work, amidst clutter.
Naturally, they hurry through their morning routine, already overwhelmed with stress just 30 minutes after waking.
The typical person begins their day at only 25% capacity.
- Lacking energy
- Devoid of motivation
- Suffering from low self-esteem
These are the repercussions.
When my parents relocated from Portugal to Luxembourg roughly 12 years ago, I observed an interesting phenomenon.
Though I had a limited circle of friends,
I quickly mastered the two primary languages: French and Luxembourgish.
Why?
I was surrounded by a positive environment.
My friends didn't ridicule me when I attempted to speak the language. Instead, they urged me to continue practicing, even if it felt awkward.
With a disciplined routine, the first thing I'd do after school was my homework.
"The sooner I complete this, the sooner I can play Minecraft," I'd think.
This is what an optimal environment for life's maximum output entails:
- Supportive friends
- A well-organized routine
- Strong discipline
So, how can you cultivate a conducive environment for success? The blueprint is in this text, but I'll encapsulate it for you:
- Eliminate any toxic individuals from your life:
If they make you feel guilty for aspiring to improve or drain your energy, remove them. Be unwavering in this choice; it'll harm you in the long run if you don't. - Cultivate exceptional discipline:
Discipline is the singular habit, the unique skill that propels you in life. Be exceptionally disciplined about your routine. Prioritize essential tasks over leisure, as I did in my youth and continue to do. - Maintain a structured routine:
Tools like Obsidian or Notion, along with To-Do lists and Goal lists, are invaluable. Embrace them without hesitation. Be methodical, schedule your tasks, and set your objectives. That's the hallmark of achievers.
The less chaos you entertain in your life, the more structure you'll introduce to your work.
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