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SMALL WINS MATTER

Updated: Apr 1, 2022




What is the meaning of "small wins"?


Small wins are progress points on your way to your goal. For example, say that your main goal is to get out of debt. This can be a daunting and discouraging task because it involves a lot of moving parts. Focusing on small wins helps you break down a large goal into manageable chunks.


Small wins are exactly what they sound like, and are part of how keystone habits create widespread changes.” - Charles Duhigg

Why do small wins matter?


Whether they are trying to solve a major scientific mystery or simply produce a high-quality product or service, everyday progress—even a small win—can make all the difference in how they feel and perform. Of all the things that can boost your inner work life, the most important thing is to make progress in meaningful work.


Should you celebrate small wins?


It makes you feel happy.

Pausing to celebrate a small victory — for instance, clearing 20 emails from your inbox, even when there are 200 still to go — reminds you that you're making progress, and progress feels good. “Progress on our goals makes us feel happier and more satisfied with life,” writes Dr. Timothy A.



 
 
 

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