What's the 30-day challenge?

The 30-day challenge, as described by Alex Banayan, is a structured exercise designed to help people gain clarity about their direction in life and career by reflecting daily on specific questions. Here's how it works:

1. Get a New Notebook: Purchase a new notebook and write "30 Day Challenge" on the cover to signify its importance.
2. Set a Daily Ritual: Dedicate 15 minutes every day at a specific time that fits your routine, e.g., after the gym or before bed.
3. Daily Writing: For the next 29 days, answer these three questions in your notebook:
   • What filled me with enthusiasm today?
   • What drained me of energy today?
   • What did I learn about myself today?
4. 30th Day Review: On the 30th day, take an hour to review your entries and identify patterns. Answer three additional questions:
   • What filled me with enthusiasm this month?
   • What drained me of energy this month?
   • What did I learn about myself this month?

The goal is not to solve all life problems but to gain insights that can help make the next best move in your career or personal life 1 2 3.

Other variations or similar challenges like Rob Dial's version include additional components such as sticking to a diet, exercising daily, reading, abstaining from alcohol, and doing something scary daily to push out of your comfort zone 4.