
The Power of Small Wins
From Put it in a bubble by Marilyn Barker
March 18, 2026 · 13 min · Season 3 · Episode 10
About this episode
This episode explores the significance of small wins and incremental changes in achieving meaningful progress in life.
In a world that celebrates big breakthroughs and major achievements, it’s easy to overlook the small steps that actually create meaningful progress. In this episode of Put It in a Bubble , we explore the power of small wins and why incremental change is one of the most effective ways to build momentum in your life. When we learn to recognize small progress, motivation grows, confidence builds, and the path forward begins to feel possible again. Small changes may not look impressive in the moment, but they accumulate over time and can transform the direction of your life. You’ll learn why big changes often fail, how small actions reduce mental resistance, and how recognizing daily progress can help you build lasting habits. If you’ve ever felt discouraged because progress feels slow, this episode will remind you that every step forward matters. In This Episode We Talk About • Why people often overlook progress • The power of incremental change • Why small changes are easier for the brain to accept • The science behind habit formation • How small wins build momentum and motivation • Simple ways to begin recognizing progress in your daily life Examples of Small Wins Small wins can…
People in this episode
Host: Marilyn Barker
Topics covered
- small wins
- incremental change
- motivation
- habit formation
- progress
- self improvement
Keywords
- small wins
- incremental change
- motivation
- habit formation
- daily progress
- self improvement
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