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The Technique I Wish I Knew When I Started — Now I Use It Every Day
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The Technique I Wish I Knew When I Started — Now I Use It Every Day

You can train your mind. Here's how I did it — and how you can too.

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Marcelo Marini
May 14, 2025
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Dear reader and student,

From Desire to Achievement: The Origin Story of the Independent Thinking Techniques

Over 15 years ago, while still very young and balancing many responsibilities, I began practicing a small part of what would later become the Independent Thinking Techniques—almost intuitively. At the time, I felt an urgent need for an external structure, something beyond my own thoughts that could support me in bringing ideas into action.

I needed a way to materialize what was in my mind. The solution came through paper and pen: writing, organizing, and reflecting. What would you write? This early practice—simple yet intentional—became a turning point. It helped me think clearly, act decisively, and slowly but surely, stand out in every environment I found myself in.

Clarity comes from within. Think Independently.

A Key That Opened Many Doors

Over time, I realized this daily habit was far more than a personal productivity tool. It became a foundational strength in my work, personal development, and relationships. While challenges were many (some truly significant), returning to this daily method always brought clarity and direction back to me.

As the practice matured, I began to see results compound:

  • More ideas transformed into action.

  • More focus and precision in decision-making.

  • A growing sense of direction and inner calm.

These changes were not accidental. They came from a consistent mental discipline I had built over years.

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