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Use cues to trigger your habits from "summary" of Mini Habits by Stephen Guise
The triggers for our habits are like keys that unlock the door to our automatic behaviors. By using cues strategically, we can set ourselves up for success in forming new habits. These cues can be anything that prompts us to engage in a specific behavior, whether it's a specific time of day, a particular place, or even an action that precedes the habit itself. When we link a cue to a habit, we create a mental connection that makes it easier for us to remember to perform the habit. For example, if we decide to do push-ups every morning after we brush our teeth, the act of brushing our teeth becomes the cue that triggers the habit of doing push-ups. This simple association can have a powerful impact on our ability to stick to our habits. It's important to choose cues that are both specific and consistent. Specific cues provide clarity and eliminate any ambiguity about when or where the habit should be performed. Consistent cues help to establish a routine and create a sense of predictability around the habit. By choosing cues that are reliable and unambiguous, we can increase the likelihood that we will follow through with our desired behavior. Incorporating cues into our daily routines can help us to automate our habits and make them more effortless to maintain. When we rely on cues to trigger our habits, we reduce the need for willpower and motivation, as the behavior becomes almost second nature. By harnessing the power of cues, we can make it easier for ourselves to adopt new habits and create lasting change in our lives.
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