How to rebuild momentum...

What do you do when you’ve stopped doing something that matters?

When a habit critical to your growth slips… and you realize it’s time to rebuild?

That’s where I found myself recently.

For the last two weeks, I’ve written, but I haven’t posted.

Not from fear or perfection like before, but because I got out of rhythm.

I took a 7-day intentional break.

A fast if you will.

Introvert reset.

No posts, no publishing.

Just deeper writing without audience, algorithm and attachment.

It is necessary from time to time, and comfortable, but comfort has a cost.

That short break became a subtle drift—away from the momentum of the mission.

Regaining rhythm is never passive, it requires awareness and intentional action.

Whether it’s in fitness, faith, family or your finances we all know there are certain very basic habits that build success…

When you stop them it creates compounding problems and restarting can be hard.

The habit I’m restarting is simple:

Daily publishing.

Writing isn’t just a creative outlet, it’s the foundation of my business.

Every caption, script, sales page, newsletter, client plan, it all starts with writing.

It’s how I process, lead, teach, and build.

I don’t claim to be great at many things. But writing is where I think clearly.

It’s how I consolidate insights, coach through complexity, and connect through truth.

But, writing is only a piece to the puzzle…

What matters is what you publish.

When you stop publishing, you stop engaging.

When you stop engaging, you stop growing.

And soon, the climb gets steeper.

So, back to the basics.

If you’ve ever struggled to restart something you know is essential,

Here’s the framework I’m using to get back on track:

1. Recognize You’re Off

Self-awareness is the reset button.

If something feels off, ask: What changed? What habit did I drop that used to anchor my day?

Truth is your ally. Self-deception is the real threat.

2. Start From Strength

Don’t start from zero.

James Clear called it habit stacking in Atomic Habits.

Pair a new habit with one you’re already doing well.

Don’t start from scratch—link. Stack. Repeat.

3. Set a Specific Goal

Vague intentions die fast.

Set a clear, time-bound goal.

Define what, why, and by when. Tie it to your vision.

4. Add Accountability

Private goals stay optional.

Public goals create pressure.

When I coached fitness, group sessions always outperformed 1-on-1s. Why?

Shared accountability. Peer momentum. Mutual push.

This email is my commitment, to myself, and to you.

… and perhaps nudge you to pick up a habit you’ve lost.

What are you building momentum towards?

Let me know, would love to hear what you’re working on.

Talk soon,

E