Axiomempiricalv1
Specifying when, where, and how a behavior will occur in
Specifying when, where, and how a behavior will occur in advance increases the probability of execution.
Why This Is an Axiom
This is Gollwitzer's implementation intention finding, cited across multiple lessons. It is an irreducible empirical claim about how pre-commitment affects behavior. The mechanism (delegation to environment rather than conscious will) is a foundational observation that other principles build upon.
Source Lessons
L-1175
Behavioral insurance
Backup behaviors that activate when primary behaviors are disrupted.
L-1039
Habit stacking formula
After current habit I will new habit — this is the fundamental stacking formula.
L-1013
Morning habits set the daily foundation
What you do first shapes the trajectory of the entire day.
L-1049
Branching chains
Some chains need conditional branches — if X then chain A else chain B.
L-1176
Seasonal disruption planning
Anticipate and plan for predictable seasonal disruptions.
L-1180
Behavioral resilience is the ability to maintain progress through chaos
Resilient systems sustain your forward momentum even when conditions are adverse.