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Good Habits checklist

16 steps to habits that last.

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How habits work

Plan it.

  • Choose one habit to start Guide
  • Make it tiny Guide
  • Write: After I..., I will... Guide
  • Make the habit easy to see and start Guide

Building habits

Keep it going.

  • Track it every day for 30 days Guide
  • Never miss twice Guide
  • Write an if-then plan for obstacles Guide
  • Tell one person about your habit Guide

Breaking habits

Change one thing.

  • Notice when an unhelpful habit happens Guide
  • Add one step in its way Guide
  • Choose a replacement habit Guide
  • Restart the day after a slip Guide

Everyday habits

Pick one.

  • Read one page a day Guide
  • Set up a small automatic saving Guide
  • Tidy for two minutes after dinner Guide
  • Take a five-minute walk Guide