"The Achievement Habit" by Bernard Roth, a Stanford professor and co-founder of the d.school, outlines a design-thinking approach to achieving personal goals. The author encourages readers to embrace action over analysis, challenge their assumptions, and develop a growth mindset. He argues that by reframing problems, accepting failure, and focusing on intrinsic motivation, individuals can overcome limiting beliefs and design a life of meaning and purpose. The excerpt is punctuated with personal anecdotes, exercises, and specific tools to help readers navigate the journey of self-improvement.