Hello welcome back to another blog post!

In grade ten we have been introduced to a new class called PGP wich is basically carreers but plp. The driving question for this poroject is: How can small changes in my habits shape my success this year, and beyond?

To learn more about this we read the James clear book Atomic Habits. Personally I was not a fan of this book because I felt it was repetitive and I have a short attention span. but I did get the message he was trying to convey and I learnt some strategies on how to be organized and productive with habits.

 To showcase what we had learned, we were to make an artifact to keep track of habits and implement what we had learned in the book into our everyday life. My idea was to make a weekly planner that helps me, organize my habits, activities, and tasks.

I found that by implementing the strategies from Atomic Habits into my daily routine, I was able to see a real difference in my productivity and overall success. Small changes like setting specific goals, tracking my progress, and creating a routine helped me stay on track and reach my objectives. By consistently sticking to my new habits, I was able to feel more organized, focused, and accomplished. I realized the power of small habits and how they can have a big impact on my success. I can definitely say that it has helped me grow and improve as a student and as a person. I am excited to continue building on these habits and seeing where they take me in the future.

I presented this book to my mom to show her what it was about and it’s benefits, and I made this little slideshow to go with it:

One example from the book is the concept of habit stacking, where you link a new habit you want to form with an existing habit. For example, if you want to start flossing every day, you could link it to brushing your teeth in the morning. This small change in your habit can lead to better dental hygiene and overall health in the long run.

Another example from the book is the idea of implementing the two-minute rule. This rule suggests breaking down tasks into smaller, more manageable chunks that can be completed in just two minutes. This can help make tasks seem less overwhelming and ultimately lead to increased productivity and success.

By adding these small changes in your day, such as habit stacking and the two-minute rule, you can improve your success this year and beyond. These small changes can lead to big results over time by improving your organization, productivity, and overall well-being.

The project helped me learn about core competencies such as communication, critical thinking, and personal awareness and responsibility. I applied these competencies by presenting the main ideas of Atomic Habits, creating a weekly planner artifact, and taking personal responsibility for implementing new habits. I also developed skills in planning, organizing, and applying knowledge across different contexts. Overall, the project highlighted the importance of core and curricular competencies in shaping success in both academic and my everyday life.

In conclusion, while I may not have been a fan of the repetitive format of the book “Atomic Habits,” I did appreciate the valuable strategies and concepts it introduced. Learning about habit stacking and the two-minute rule has provided me with practical tools to improve my organization and productivity. Small changes in our habits can have a significant impact on our success in the long run, and by implementing these strategies, I am confident that I can shape my success not only this year but also in the future. It is important to remember that even small changes can lead to big results over time, so it is worth putting in the effort to make positive changes in our habits.