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Much more reliably than using willpower, we can offset the limitations of conscious will and discipline by building positive rituals that become automatic - and relatively effortless - as quickly as possible.

By determining where and how a behavior will occur, and then making it habitual, we no longer have to think much about getting it done. A series of experiments have confirmed the power of using this pattern. And you know yourself that habits, such as brushing your teeth and hair, require no willpower.

Please do not try to incorporate several good rituals all at the same time. Other research shows that incremental steps, small baby-steps, are most likely to succeed.

There are six different strategies within the small-steps philosophy:

	Asking small questions to dispel fear and inspire creativity
	Thinking small thoughts to develop new skills and habits - without moving a muscle
	Taking small actions that guarantee success
	Solving small problems, even when you're faced with an overwhelming crisis
	Bestowing small rewards on yourself or others to produce the best results
	Recognizing the small but crucial moments that everyone else ignores