Your Routine, & Building Trust in Yourself

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Routines are often viewed as the foundation of progress—something to keep us on track and accountable. And, the surface-level perspective is usually that our routine is simply repetitive actions.

But there’s a deeper layer here, that we'd argue is much more impactful.

Routines are about building trust in ourselves, a trust that shapes not only our training but our entire approach to life.

The Hidden Power Behind a Routine You Love

When we think of routines, we usually think of the specific actions we repeat every day: waking up early, going for a run, meal prepping, stretching. And when we’re trying to build new habits, we usually mentally prioritize these “box-checking” actions.

These actions, while important, are simply the visible parts of a much bigger picture. At the heart of every routine lies something far more powerful: trust.

Every time we show up for ourselves, we’re reinforcing the belief that we can follow through, that we can rely on ourselves to get the work done. When we stick to our routine, even on days when motivation feels scarce, we’re silently telling ourselves, "I am someone who does what they say they will do."

This trust builds confidence. And confidence builds passion. When we trust ourselves to show up, we start to enjoy the process—not just the outcome.

Building Trust Through Consistency

The more we show up for ourselves, the more we believe in our own ability. This sense of self-trust doesn’t just apply to training—it spills into every other part of our lives. We learn to trust ourselves at work, in relationships, and in the small moments when we have a choice to make.

Trust Builds Passion

Trust is the bridge between motivation and passion. Motivation can be fickle—it comes and goes depending on mood, energy, or external circumstances. Passion, on the other hand, is built from the small, consistent actions we take, even when motivation isn’t at its peak.

When we’ve built trust in our routines, we no longer rely on motivation to get us through. Instead, we simply trust that showing up, even on the toughest days, is what moves us forward. That trust turns into passion.

Final Thoughts

It’s not about doing the same thing every day just for the sake of repetition. It’s about building a foundation of trust, one action at a time. When we trust ourselves, we unlock a deeper love for the process. The routine becomes more than just a set of actions—it becomes a reflection of who we are and who we’re becoming.

And with this mindset, we can build a routine we love and train consistently. Because with consistency, we build passion.