Bad habit Quote by Jon Gordon
“I had a lot of bad habits in how I was playing the horn. And I slowly, in high school and college, started to recognize them and get them a little better. But it was not an overnight process, I'll say that.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Motivational talk, 2021
He explains that improving horn playing required recognizing bad habits and gradual effort over time, not instant change.
In simple terms: Improvement is a slow, habit‑changing process.
Key Takeaway
Focus on consistent, incremental practice.
Themes
self‑improvement
music
discipline
patience
growth
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
personal
educational
When to use this quote
- daily practice
- self‑assessment
- coach feedback
Key Concepts
habit identification
skill refinement
long‑term development
Questions to Reflect On
- Which habit will you target first?
- How can you measure small gains?
A Different Perspective
Progress may feel slow and frustrating.
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