1. You will be tricked into an illusion
When reading such books, you can easily convince yourself that you are doing something good with your life, when in reality there is no progress. We might also have this feeling when we start a healthier diet, only to drop it the next day. This feeling gives us a sense of improvement … even if no real change has actually happened.
2. After a few articles you probably know enough
Many books basically contain the exact same advice. So instead of reading, it is much better just to do what it is you want. Reading endlessly about how to begin will not bring you closer to your goal.
3. There is no magic formula
There is no escaping real work and effort. Even the cleverest motivational technique and habit-creating strategy is useless unless you actually do something. So stop reading motivational articles and books: the time you thus save can be devoted to adopting the habit you want to have.
What to do instead
Find your real passion by trying new things. The author of an article at addicted2success.com thought this was an old, stereotypical piece of advice … until he accidentally stumbled upon his true passion. The time saved on reading motivational articles can be better used.
If you sense you are not progressing fast enough or are not successful enough, stop comparing your life to the lives of others. Doubting yourself harms both you and your efforts. After a few years, you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than those you actually did. So explore and experiment: just don’t become frustrated.
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