There’s a ton of research around how setting habits can help us conserve energy because it reduces the number of decisions we have to make in a day. However, not all habits are created equal and so we’ve asked our community to tell us about the habits they have been most effective for them.

Lauren Careese Alexander | MFA Candidate

One habit that has led to my success is saying “yes” to anything and everything I can. Even if I feel underqualified or like I don’t want to mess with it right now. I’ve realized that I can be picky about the opportunities that come my way once I am more established as an artist but for right now as I am pursuing my Master’s in Fine Arts degree, I know that saying yes to as many opportunities is what will lead me to pursue my dreams after I graduate. Read more>>

Elizabeth DeRusha | Owner/Director Twinkle Star Dance Academy Plano & Edge Dance & Performing Arts Center

Hard work and the ability to overcome obstacles. Owning a business is a constant challenge and you have to be willing to face the challenges head-on and continue moving forward. Sometimes it’s easy to do, but other times it can feel really difficult. Read more>>

Josh Ritchey | Farmer and farm experience purveyor

Just getting started…. Being ok that your first product will not be great but it will be a start. I have a decent tolerance for rejection and negative feedback knowing my product will get better Read more>>