Habit persistence is the remarkable ability of individuals to maintain consistent behaviors regularly, even on the challenging days. Habits do not form overnight; we need to trust the journey and process. Here are some examples of habit persistence: Remember, choose habits that align to your interests and values. If you enjoy the habit, you’re more…
The way you design your environment plays a pivotal role in fostering sustainable habits. When trying to establish a new habit, consider these two questions simultaneously: How can I make this new habit easier to adopt? What obstacles are making this new habit challenging? For instance, if your goal is to eat healthily, but all…
Habit stacking is a tactical approach to develop several beneficial habits by grouping them in a specific order. This approach capitalizes on the idea that incorporating a fresh habit into an existing routine is simpler than establishing a new habit independently. Efficient habit stacking hinges on the choice of small, non-disruptive habits that can easily…
Ever wondered why forming a new habit is challenging even when we have the best of intentions and motivation? The answer to this question is our already existing habits. We all have some set routines. We habitually perform our daily activities in a certain way at a certain schedule. A new activity that does not…
Humans are not machines. We are curious beings seeking diversity and stimulation in everything we do. Doing something repeatedly makes it boring as we seek challenges and novelty. Dopamine, the feel-good chemical, is released by the neurons when we are rewarded for our actions. These signals evolved to make us pay attention to important things,…
Cues are the triggers in our environment that make us repeat the action without conscious thinking and thus help build the habit. If we equate habits to a steam engine, where intent or will is the engine and environment or context are the tracks, cues are essentially the green signal that sets the engine in…
Know Your Strengths? Let’s break it down with a simple example. Imagine you want to start exercising daily. Begin by rolling out your exercise mat each morning after brushing. Stick to this, and soon you’ll want to do more. Maybe one day, you’ll pause for a quick 10-second stretch. It’s the small steps that’ll make…
The climb to the summit may be long and arduous but the views from the top are magical and breath-taking and more importantly, they make the journey worthwhile. So, you have identified something that you want to change to lead a better and healthy life. You are motivated to see this change happen and have…
Every choice we make shapes the intricate tapestry of our existence. Imagine starting each day with a revitalized sense of purpose, where the dawn signifies not just a fresh day, but also a fresh chance to become the best version of ourselves. This isn’t mere wishful thinking; it’s the transformative power of embracing positive habits.…
The habit loop presents a foundational psychological concept that underpins the formation and execution of habits in human behavior. At its core, habits emerge from a recurring cycle of three primary components: cue, routine, and reward. A cue acts as a signal, prompting the brain to initiate a habitual behavior. This trigger can emerge at…