Identity Circle Walk

A unique morning routine that combines walking in circles with identity-focused affirmations to reinforce personal growth goals and desired character traits.

Core Concept

  • Walk in small circles while speaking affirmations about who you are becoming
  • Focus on present-tense statements ("I am" vs "I will be")
  • Treat personal growth like software updates - fixing bugs and adding features
  • Based on philosophy that life is about who you become, not what you achieve

The Process

  • Write down 4 core identity pillars you want to embody
  • Walk in circles in a small space (8x8 foot office)
  • Each circle represents focus on one identity pillar
  • Speak affirmations out loud in present tense
  • Do this before starting daily tasks/emails

Example Identity Pillars

  • Being a teacher

    • "I am a teacher millions love"
    • "I learn daily so I can teach"
    • "People are inspired by what I create"
  • Being a great father

    • "I am patient, even when things are difficult"
    • "I am poised"
    • "I am always there for my kids"

Evening Revision Practice

  • Take 30 seconds at night to review day's shortcomings
  • Mentally reimagine challenging moments with ideal behavior
  • Don't make pledges or write goals
  • Simply visualize the preferred outcome
  • Go to sleep with that revised image

Key Benefits

  • Creates daily reminder of core identity goals
  • Helps maintain focus before daily distractions
  • Combines physical movement with mental programming
  • Provides framework for continuous self-improvement
  • Allows for course correction through evening revision
16:26 - 19:08
Full video: 52:28
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Shaan Puri

Host of MFM

Shaan Puri is the Chairman and Co-Founder of The Milk Road. He previously worked at Twitch as a Senior Director of Product, Mobile Gaming, and Emerging Markets. He also attended Duke University.

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