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Create a clear trigger for your new habit from "summary" of Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg
To create a new habit, you must have a clear trigger in place. The trigger is what prompts you to perform the behavior you want to turn into a habit. Without a trigger, your new habit is likely to fade away before it becomes automatic. Think of the trigger as the starting point for your new behavior. It is the signal that tells your brain it's time to act. When choosing a trigger for your new habit, it is crucial to make it specific and easy to recognize. A vague or ambiguous trigger will not be effective in prompting the desired behavior. Instead, select a trigger that is unmistakable and tied to a particular context or situation. For example, if you want to make a habit of drinking a glass of water after waking up, your trigger could be placing a glass of water on your bedside table before going to bed. This way, when you wake up, the glass of water will be right there, reminding you to drink it. The trigger should also be something that naturally occurs in your daily routine. By attaching your new habit to an existing behavior, you are more likely to remember to do it consistently. This could be something as simple as brushing your teeth, having a meal, or getting into bed. By linking your new habit to a habit you already have, you are leveraging the power of existing routines to make the new behavior easier to adopt. Additionally, the trigger should be something that you can control. Choose a trigger that is within your reach and influence. For instance, if you want to make a habit of stretching after sitting for long periods, your trigger could be setting a timer on your phone to remind you to stand up and stretch every hour. By setting a trigger that is under your control, you can ensure that you will be able to follow through with your new habit consistently.- Creating a clear trigger for your new habit is essential for its success. By selecting a specific, recognizable, contextually relevant, and controllable trigger, you can set yourself up for building a habit that sticks. Remember, the trigger is the spark that ignites the flame of your new behavior. Choose wisely, and watch your new habit take root and flourish.
