3-2-1: On managing expectations, and the importance of trial and error - James Clear
3 IDEAS FROM ME I. “Maintain a margin of safety. If your life is designed only to handle the expected challenges, then it will fall apart as soon as something unexpected happens to you. Always be stronger than you need to be. Leave room for the unexpected.” II. “When you’re in the middle of the […]
3 IDEAS FROM ME I. “Maintain a margin of safety. If your life is designed only to handle the expected challenges, then it will fall apart as soon as something unexpected happens to you. Always be stronger than you need to be. Leave room for the unexpected.” II. “When you’re in the middle of the work, set your expectations high. It’s unlikely your performance will exceed the standard you set for yourself. High expectations encourage you to keep reaching and fulfill your potential. Once the work is done, release yourself from your expectations. The fastest way to ruin a good outcome is…
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