Small habits are great, but they can sometimes trap you in a cycle of minor improvements without addressing deeper, more meaningful changes. True growth often requires tackling the bigger picture, not just tweaking the edges.

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You're right that small habits aren't a substitute for big-picture thinking, but they also don't preclude it—many people use them as a stepping stone to tackle deeper issues over time.

The key is that small habits don't just support big-picture thinking — they make it sustainable. You don't have to choose between the two.

The problem is that "sustainable" doesn't mean "effective." Small habits can keep you busy without ever addressing what's really holding you back.