《Automic Habits》读书笔记8 我们生而不同，取己长

The secret to maximizing your odds of success is to choose the right field of competition.

Habits are easier to perform, and more satisfying to stick with, when they align with your natural inclinations and abilities. Competence is highly dependent on context.

“Pick the right habit and progress is easy. Pick the wrong habit and life is a struggle.”

“Genes cannot be easily changed, which means they provide a powerful advantage in favorable circumstances and a serious disadvantage in unfavorable circumstances.”

“Habits are easier when they align with your natural abilities. Choose the habits that best suit you.”

“Play a game that favors your strengths. If you can’t find a game that favors you, create one.”

“Genes do not eliminate the need for hard work. They clarify it. They tell us what to work hard on.”

强调基因的不同，不是说努力不重要；而是说，我们要找准努力的方向。就是大家常说的，方向比努力更重要。