How Do Habits Matter?

Habits matter because they can change beliefs about identity over time. They shape long-term outcomes and can be more impactful than one-time events. Systematic habits are more influential than specific goals in determining results. Results are a lagging measure of the habits that precede them. Luck and randomness are out of our control, but habits are within our control. Focusing on building a system of habits is more effective than solely pursuing goals. The media tends to emphasize outcomes rather than the process, leading to an overvaluation of results. By adjusting our habits and running a better system, we can naturally reach a different destination.