How Daily Actions Lead to Real Change
At the core of every meaningful change in life is a simple truth: your every day do leads back to everything. All of that from consistent, deliberate behavior.
This is not a theory but a natural law; what cannot be done by nature?
There is the principle of constant change in every aspect of life. It's called entropy.
To improve something, change something, or even build something new, it’s never about what you want but how you’re showing up day after day.
If you’re not clear on how this works, then let me break it down for you.
It's a case of daily action; whatever you want to do, be it get fitter, learn a new skill, or just feel more energized.
The steps you take regularly make all the difference to your progress, not in big bursts of effort that peter out.
Let's dive into this.
Transformation Happens in the Daily Action
As everyone says, we get so caught up in self-improvement books, podcasts, and seminars. High-energy motivational content does not often disappoint.
That has a problem, though. You can’t figure out what to do from what you know. It’s what you’re doing about what you know every day.
It’s that that makes it magic.
What you do consistently over time is what you really have to do if you want to get something, however—whether it’s something healthier for your body or a clearer mind.
Start small: You can’t go overnight from being stupid to superhuman-wise.
Stick with one and do it the same.
Consistency is key.
Progress adds up because it is steady over time.
Master one habit before adding another.
First, build one habit, then master that one habit before moving on to the next one.
True progress isn’t in consumed information; it is in lived information. And you live it daily.
Physical Cues to Change Habits
In a world where we are constantly distracted by our digital devices, I've found something powerful: physical cues.
Many studies hold the assumption that tangible reminders around you are way more effective than digital alerts and notifications.
Because, you see, our brains are hardwired to be connected with the physical world around us.
That’s why I’ve started incorporating physical reminders into my environment:
Whiteboards: A constant visual reminder of how much I want to hit.
Printed Checklists: Putting pen to paper has something grounding about it.
Sticky Notes: Sticky Notes are my way of getting people to remember things by simply saying, “Hey, don’t forget this.”
A Wall Clock with Colored Tape: I’ve taped color-coded tape on the clock to indicate the times I need to do things like bath time, reading, or bed.
Recurring Alarms: These alarms are easy to write off, but they are mere gentle nudges to return focus.
Journaling: A physical notebook system to track my progress and to get out of my head.
The punch line to this is that physical cues switch on a part of your brain that digital reminders can’t.
It’s tactile. It’s real. And it sticks.
But the secret to success may just be the pen and paper.
I mean, pen and paper? Really?
It sounds old-fashioned in our digital world, but simplicity has its own beauty.
When something is written down, it becomes true.
It is a task but more of a commitment.
Physically writing activates a part of your brain—one that's responsible for focus and memory—and the added bonus? It will keep you in check.
It isn’t just for the serious note-takers out there; it’s for everybody who is looking to make sustainable, day-to-day habits.
If you want to change your life, start with the basics: make it real, write it down, and take action.
Start Today, Build Tomorrow
Living well at Wild Foods isn’t about something major that only happens once or twice in our lives.
That’s about making the life you have better day by day, choice by choice.
And here is where it all starts: if you want to improve your health, wealth, or personal growth, you only need to take these small steps every day.
That’s why we ensure that we bring products that make doing those basic things easier, healthier, and more effective.
The choice is yours: what will you do today?
In summary
Everything comes down to the little things. What will make or break your life is your daily actions, one day at a time.
Remember: the consistency gets you there, but the journey is long.
Whatever it is—your health, career or personal life—how you do this matters more than anything else.
Begin with one habit, and scratch that habit from an ever-growing list; rub in that habit with checklists; and then build more habits and grow the list from there.
The happier your future self will be when you focus on today.
