Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement 2368: The Ideal vs. the Reality of Changing Your Life by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on How to Manage Expectations
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Jun 4, 2022 AI Snips
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Embrace the Unexpected
- Embrace the unexpected aspects of change, like tiredness during early waking.
- Approach the process with curiosity instead of rigid expectations.
Adjusting Exercise Plans
- Leo Babauta's ambitious exercise plans often led to injuries or excessive soreness.
- He learned to adjust his plans based on his body's actual needs, rather than sticking to unrealistic ideals.
The Reality of Writing
- Leo Babauta's idealized vision of writing involves effortless productivity and widespread acclaim.
- The reality includes procrastination, self-doubt, and a less glamorous writing process.