Chapter 5: The Best Way to Start a New Habit
by John Allen · 8 things on Twos
- Implementation intention - how you intend to implement a particular habit
- When situation X arises, I will perform response Y
- I will [behavior] at [time] in [location]
- Habit stacking: a simple plan to overhaul your habits
- Identify a current habit you already do each day and then stack your new behavior on top
- After I [current habit], I will [new habit]
- You can also insert new behaviors into the middle of your current routine. Like placing a book on your pillow when you make your bed in the morning.
- Consider when you are most likely to be successful