I have to remind myself that there are no “quick fixes” in life.
There are “daily habits” and “putting in the work.” It’s simple really.
The human brain so badly wants to believe in something that might be a shortcut to achieving a goal. Acknowledging that goals require daily effort helps to dispel the illusion that there is a magical “quick fix” waiting for you in the future.
For example, good health requires daily exercise, daily nutrition, and daily choices that add up to the sum of overall physical and mental health. A creative project is not accomplished in one weekend, but requires the discipline of building skills over time. A clean house needs daily maintenance, not just a weekend of intense work.
When I remember that I need to commit to a little effort each day towards my goals, I start to feel how consistency builds momentum.