Building Blocks of a Lasting Routine
Behavioural scientists have identified consistent patterns in habit formation. The habit loop — cue, routine, reward — can be consciously engineered to make health behaviours automatic rather than effortful. Starting with just two minutes and gradually expanding is more effective than any ambitious overhaul.
- Identify a reliable cue to anchor each new habit to your existing routine
- Start with the 2-minute version — tiny habits build without willpower
- Track progress visibly — a simple habit tracker maintains momentum
- Focus on identity, not outcomes — think "I am someone who moves every day"