This flowchart illustrates the cycle of habits leading to mastery, highlighting the benefits and drawbacks of habits, the need for deliberate practice, and the importance of reflection and review for continuous improvement.

graph LR
    A[Habits: Automaticity] --> B{Benefits: Speed, Efficiency}
    B --> C{Drawbacks: Complacency, Reduced Feedback Sensitivity}
    C --> D[Need for Deliberate Practice]
    D --> E[Reflection & Review]
    E --> F{Adjustments & Improvements}
    F --> G[Mastery]
    G --> A

This flowchart visualizes how forming an identity is reinforced by habits. Over time, this can lead to inflexibility and resistance to change, which can be overcome by keeping the identity small and flexible to adapt to evolving situations and ensure continued growth.

graph LR
    A[Forming Identity] --> B{Habits Reinforce Identity}
    B --> C{Potential Rigidity & Resistance to Change}
    C --> D[Keep Identity Small & Flexible]
    D --> E[Adapt to Changing Circumstances]
    E --> F[Continued Growth]
    F --> A