3-2-1: On becoming hard to copy, the power of fundamentals, and three qualities that matter - James Clear
“When I notice myself worrying about ‘what other people will think,’ I find I’m usually not worried about any single person’s opinion. If I pick a specific person, I’m rarely concerned about what they will think. What I fear is the collective opinion in my head. It’s imaginary.” III. “Three qualities that have nothing to do with talent or intelligence, but can make a dramatic impact on your results: I. Author and journalist Edward St. Aubyn on friendship: “They had drifted apart, as people do when they promise to stay in touch; the ones who are going to stay in touch don’t need to promise.” Source: Lost for Words II. Engineer Harrington Emerson on knowing your principles: “As to methods, there may be a million and then some, but principles are few. The person who grasps principles can successfully select their own methods. The person who tries methods, ignoring principles, is sure to have trouble.” Source: The Clothier and Furnisher (July 1911) What aspect of your work is hardest
3-2-1: On becoming hard to copy, the power of fundamentals, and three qualities that matter - James Clear 3-2-1: On becoming hard to copy, the power of fundamentals, and three qualities that matter sent by James Clear July 3, 2025 3 IDEAS FROM ME I. “The fundamentals: Something many people know, but few people practice.” II. “When I notice myself worrying about ‘what other people will think,' I find I'm usually not worried about any single person's opinion. If I pick a specific person, I'm rarely concerned about what they will think. What I fear is the collective opini
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