Build an Environment for Success

Your environment plays a crucial role in supporting or hindering your efforts toward discipline and consistency. Minimize distractions by organizing your workspace, turning off unnecessary notifications, and creating cues that remind you of your goals.
Surround yourself with supportive people who encourage your progress and share similar values. Adjusting your physical and social settings makes it easier to stick to positive routines and resist temptations. For more strategies on designing environments for better habits, read The New York Times’ guide to making habits stick.