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Welcome to the weekly dose of brain juice that helps you build better habits, get fit and live longer.

If you still haven’t downloaded your copy of the Habits Academy, you can get it here.

In today’s instalment:

• Motivation is optional, discipline is essential

• Why “just showing up” matters more than you think

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Here’s an uncomfortable truth: waiting until you're motivated is a losing game.
Because most of the time, you won’t be.

Discipline is what gets results. It’s what gets you to the gym when you’re tired. It’s what keeps your habit alive when life gets messy.

But here’s the twist: discipline isn’t about pushing through with gritted teeth every day.
It’s about lowering the resistance to showing up.

The trick? Don’t overthink it. Don’t wait to “feel ready.” Just show up cold.
Even if you start slow, you’re still stacking a win.

Here’s how I use this myself:

• I never negotiate my morning routine. I just do it, even half-asleep.

• My workouts start with the warm-up. Once I’ve done that, the rest follows.

• I treat “5 minutes” as a valid training session. If I start, I usually keep going.

#longevity

Discipline isn't just about checking boxes — it’s about momentum.

When you train consistently (even if you’re tired, busy, or not 100%), you’re not just building muscle. You’re reinforcing your identity.
The kind of person who trains no matter what.

And over time, those reps compound — physically and mentally.

Skip motivation. Build discipline.

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I hope you enjoyed this week’s instalment of the Minimalist Minute.

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Stay frosty,
Brett