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The Power of Small Wins
Success Isn’t a One-Time Event—It’s a Daily Habit (Read Time 5)

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The Power of Small Wins
Ever feel like you’re grinding but not really getting anywhere? Like no matter how much you do, you're still light-years away from your goals? Yeah, same.
But here’s the truth: The biggest changes in life don’t come from massive, overnight transformations. They come from small wins—those tiny moments of progress that stack up over time. You know, the s**t we take for granted.
Quotes to Inspire:
"Small wins are the fuel for big victories."
"What you do every day matters more than what you do once in a while."
– Gretchen Rubin
Mindset Shift of the Week:
How This Shift Changed My Life
I used to think I had to overhaul everything at once to make real progress. I’d set huge goals, try to do too much, then burn out before I even got started.
Then I started tracking just one small win a day.
Something simple: waking up without snoozing my alarm, drinking an extra glass of water, writing one sentence in my journal.
At first, it felt too small to matter. But then I realized I was stacking victories instead of failures. And over time, those wins built momentum. Sometime all you need is to see the positive in the little things.
The Science Behind Small Wins
Every time you acknowledge a small achievement, your brain releases dopamine—the chemical that reinforces motivation and success.
The more you recognize progress, the easier it becomes to stay consistent.
That’s why journaling your small wins is a game-changer. When you put those moments on paper, you’re not just tracking progress—you’re rewiring your brain to see yourself as someone who succeeds.
Try This: Your "Small Wins" Journal Prompt
Write down one thing you did today that moved you forward, no matter how small.
Did you show up when you didn’t feel like it?
Did you have a tough conversation instead of avoiding it?
Did you choose patience with your kids when frustration felt easier?
No win is too small. The act of recognizing progress fuels more of it.
Actionable Strategy:
The "One Win" Rule – Every day, record one win in your journal. Could be as simple as drinking more water or showing up when you didn’t feel like it. Over time, this rewires your mindset for progress.
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Your Move!
Reply to this email and tell me one small win from your week. Let’s celebrate it together.
Because success isn’t a one-time event—it’s a daily habit.
Until next week, stay grounded, stay growing,
Marc
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