The second exercise involves practicing willpower by performing a simple task at the same time every day, such as watering a plant or taking a few deep breaths, or flipping a coin. The idea is to choose something uncomplicated but meaningful, then carry it out daily with commitment. This strengthens the ability to follow through on intentions, even if the action itself is simple. This also is an action done wholly out of freedom, out of your own free choice. Today many things we do we don’t actually want to do, introducing something that is really your thing can be quite helpful.
This exercise is a practice in consistency, a quality that builds strength in our will. Regularly following through on intentions increases resilience, enabling one to meet challenges with greater inner strength and less resistance. The exercise of willpower builds confidence in one’s ability to set goals and act on them, which is essential for achieving long-term aspirations and personal growth. In a broader sense, it encourages inner reliability, making us dependable both to ourselves and to others.
