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.

Mark Acetelli | Artist

I feel you must have a high amount of discipline, focus, and passion for what you are doing or creating. Keep the main thing the main thing. I like getting up early and doing yoga, meditation, and going for long walks. Creating a space where there is solitude, to let the ideas come into view in my mind’s eye. Having a consistent routine is so important. Creating a list first thing in the morning also helps me get the day going. Read more>>

Destiny Venice | Hair Stylist

I’d like to say being hard-working and resilient, but I know a huge factor of my success has been following my heart. Following my heart, and then following through with not giving up and hard work. I also think being a pleasant person to work with plays a huge factor as well. I’ve been really lucky to have met some amazing people a long the way that believe in me, and have advocated for me. Read more>>

Vikki Beretta | Actor and Comedian

I have a habit of feeling the fear but doing it anyway. It may sound cliche, but it’s true and I also do my best to follow through on doing things I say I will do, especially if I tell others I’m going to do it. Otherwise, I don’t really have any daily habitual things; like, I don’t work out the same time every day, I don’t have a regular morning routine, I don’t even pray. I do say affirmations when I feel I need them but overall, my habits are probably more like mental checks. Read more>>

Daquan Chambers | Actor & Model

A lot people don’t know I served in the military, I’m veteran classified at 22 years old. I knew it wasn’t for me I was miserable in there. I was so hungry to chase my dreams I figured a way to get out early with honorable discharge. Everything happens for a reason though, the habit of praying consistently and keeping God first has prepared me mentally and physically for this journey. He knew I was ready just wanted me to figure out how I could unfold all my steps to get where I am today. Read more>>

Kangmin Lim | Visual Artist & Educator

I still love writing and drawing on paper. By organizing my goals and schedule on a daily basis, it’s easier for me to make a priority and complete the to-do list in order. Like other artists, I tend to overthink and it’s hard to do things efficiently when thoughts are tangled in my mind and attack me as a huge anxiety ball. Writing and drawing mind map has been my way to survive overwhelming state of mind as an independent artist, a working alien dealing with visa, art school international student, a daughter, a plant owner, and many more. Read more>>