This book revealed a powerful truth: not all thoughts are true, and most of them aren’t even yours. Nguyen explains that our suffering often comes not from external events but from our identification with the thoughts we create about them. What deeply resonated with me was the idea that peace isn’t something to be achieved, but uncovered, by observing our thoughts without judgment, and letting go of the need to control or fix them. Now, instead of spiraling into self-doubt or anxiety, I’ve started creating space between what I feel and what I believe. It’s helped me slow down mentally and emotionally, and connect more with the present.

Atomic Habits teaches that it's not the big overhauls but the small, consistent changes that lead to massive long-term transformation. What stood out to me most is the idea that “You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.” This shifted how I view productivity, it’s no longer about motivation spurts, but about building systems that support who I want to become. Now, I focus more on identity-based habits: not just “study more,” but “I am someone who never misses a 6 PM study session.” The idea made me realize that my daily routines shape my destiny more than any future plan ever could.