We’ve all done it. You tell yourself, "Just one more episode," and before you know it, the sun is coming up, and you've got to get up for work in two hours. This seemingly small choice to binge-watch a show is a perfect example of how our day-to-day decisions can have a cascading effect on our energy, focus, and overall performance.

This is a core lesson in Strategic Navigation, the principle that our lives are the sum of our choices. In a world where distractions are constant, how do we make sure our actions are aligned with our long-term goals? How do we build an intentional mindset to live better, work smarter, and avoid the subtle pitfalls that can derail us?

We talk about this very question, discussing how to be more proactive in your life and career by making conscious decisions, even when it feels like a battle. I talk about a decision that, on the surface, seemed harmless, but had a very real consequence on the day that followed.

Get our complete answer to this and some other questions at CAMPFIRE | 001

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