The Minimalist Minute

Welcome to your weekly dose of brain juice for building better habits, getting fit, and living longer.

And don’t forget — the Habits Academy is still $29.99 if you haven’t grabbed it yet.

In today’s instalment:

• Why aiming lower leads to better results

• How to stop quitting when life gets chaotic

#habits

Most people fail because they set the bar too high.
Then life happens — and they break the streak.
Then guilt happens — and they quit.

But what if the problem isn’t you?
What if it’s your expectations?

High bars feel good when you’re motivated.
But when you’re tired, busy, sick, or traveling, they break you.

Instead, build a low bar that keeps the habit alive.

• Can’t work out for 45 minutes? Do 5 push-ups.

• Can’t cook a full meal? Eat one fruit.

• Can’t meditate? Take 3 deep breaths.

Lowering the bar doesn’t mean you’re weak.
It means you’re smart enough to stay in the game.

#longevity

Want to know the real superpower when it comes to fitness and long-term health?

Not breaking the chain.

When you drop the intensity but keep the habit alive, you protect your identity and your momentum.

A recent study from the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology found that frequent light-to-moderate activity — even at lower intensities — was associated with reduced all-cause mortality.

In other words, doing something — even something small — still adds years to your life.

Motion beats perfection.
Consistency beats optimization.

#quote

That’s it for this week.
Next time life gets messy — lower the bar, not your standards.

Stay frosty,
Brett