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Think Ahead by Craig Groeschel — WisdomDeck honest review
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Think Ahead

by Craig Groeschel

Pre-decide seven things, such as being ready, devoted, faithful, generous, consistent, so you do not rely on willpower in the moment. Habit science with a pastor's voice.

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you keep making decisions in the moment and regretting them.

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you want secular habit science; see Atomic Habits.

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Three things you will actually use

  1. Decide in advance.
  2. Willpower fails under pressure.
  3. Consistency beats intensity.

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Write your seven pre-decisions.

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Pre-decide.

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