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Decisive Moments — Small But Mightier Than You Might Think
“Every day, there are a handful of moments that deliver an outsized impact. I refer to these little choices as decisive moments.”
~ James Clear, “Atomic Habits”
Decisive moments are often small, but they sure can pack a mighty punch in the long run.
What are decisive moments? They are all those seemingly minor, but potentially significant, decisions you make at the many tiny crossroads you come across throughout your typical day.
“The moment you decide between ordering takeout or cooking dinner. The moment you choose between driving your car or riding your bike. The moment you decide between starting your homework or grabbing the video game controller,” says “Atomic Habits” author, James Clear. “These choices are the fork in the road.”
Why do these small decisions matter so much?
Because:
“Decisive moments set the options available to your future self.”
– James Clear
The author gives this example to illustrate his point: “For instance, walking into a restaurant is a decisive moment…
