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Episode 3736:

Stephen Guise explains how principles can serve as powerful guides when detailed planning feels overwhelming or restrictive. By adopting simple rules like the 2-minute rule, acting on anything that improves your life, and consulting your “future self,” you can make better everyday choices, stay consistent, and build momentum without relying solely on rigid schedules. His approach blends the structure of planning with the flexibility of principles to help create lasting progress.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://minihabits.com/how-to-use-principles-instead-of-plans/

Quotes to ponder:

“If it takes 2 minutes or less, do it.”

“If you’ll regret it tomorrow, don’t do it. If you’ll be thankful for it tomorrow, do it.”

“The final principle: If you can ingrain valuable principles into your psyche and follow them, you’ll do great(er) things!”

Episode references:

Getting Things Done: https://www.amazon.com/Getting-Things-Done-Stress-Free-Productivity/dp/0143126563

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