On a recommendation of another HN user, I picked up the book Atomic Habits recently. That book says it clearly: you don't rise to your motivations, you stoop t

On a recommendation of another HN user, I picked up the book Atomic Habits recently. That book says it clearly: you don't rise to your motivations, you stoop to the level of your systems and processes. The book also taught me how the habits you create stem from the person you identify as. For example, a person who is "a runner" will run every morning. They'll do it without questioning they're a runner. They'll have self-doubt for sure, but different doubts, and they'll keep running. Both those things rang true to me. I've always wanted to be a runner, but honestly I've never identified as one, so I don't consistently run. I highly recommend the book, it's a great perspective. I don't think it'll ring true for everyone, but the perspective it offers is great for everyone.