Have you ever felt overwhelmed by changing any of your habits? Have you ever felt defeated by changing your habits? If your answers were yes, then read carefully. Changing your habits consistently in small steps is your way toward making a huge change in your habits and routine. This is called Micro-Habits. It refers to small and manageable actions that are consistent in your everyday life and that lead to a drastic change. This concept gained world recognition due to it’s practical method of achieving goals and personal development. Micro-Habits are manageable and simple actions that can be done in less time like waking up early in the morning, exercising, eating healthy, etc. The main goal behind all of these is to focus on small steps and changing habits little by little. The benefits of establishing Micro-Habits are numerous but let’s look into some-
- Easy to start: As Micro-Habits are simple actions you can just start one day and by consistently following that habit little by little you may avoid procrastination and move toward achieving bigger goals.
- Accomplishment: By completing simple actions every day, create a sense of accomplishment and motivate to continue the habit.
- Structured Routine: Micro-habits can change your daily life and accumulate into a structured routine like waking up early in the morning can make a big difference in your routine. You can start your day earlier and get enough time to complete your tasks and also get time for yourself.
- Psychological Benefits: If you are struggling with mental health like anxiety, depression, and overthinking, Micro-Habits can help you to complete your tasks and bring back your confidence.
Steps to Start Micro-Habits:
- First, choose a small, simple action that is manageable and easy to do. Do not start with a hard task; it may demotivate you, and you may just leave the task in the middle. So start with a simple task like reading for one minute or writing 50 words a day.
- You have to be consistent, perform the chosen task for two weeks, and make that task a part of your routine. Here you have to be consistent otherwise you will not be used to doing that task every day. Example: Doing 10 push-ups every single day.
- Gradually make that task harder like starting with 10 push-ups then increasing the level with 20 push-ups then 30. Like this, you will not feel pressure and your body will get used to doing the exercise.
- Acknowledge your hard work with small presents. Give yourself a gift or celebrate small achievements. These appreciations will motivate you toward your goal.
Micro-habits work like magic for those who want to remove a bad habit from their life like smoking. Anyone can follow the above-mentioned steps and start a change in their lives. Micro-Habits is a solution for those who want a lasting change in their lives. By doing a small task consistently, you can see a change for yourself. These tiny actions will make you successful in your life, help you to achieve your goals and redirect your life in a meaningful way. So for what you are waiting for, start today. It’s never too late. Time will start from when you start changing your habits with Micro-Habits.
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Fabiha Bushra
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