Habits

Behavior change, routines, motivation, friction, consistency, and daily self-management.

Why If-Then Plans Work Better Than Vague Intentions

An if-then plan links a specific cue to a feasible response. Make the cue observable, the action small, and the fallback explicit.

Procrastination can feel relieving because avoidance lowers discomfort for a moment. Use a small, evidence-aware experiment to interrupt that loop.

Habits stick more reliably when the action is small, the cue is obvious, and the environment reduces friction before motivation is needed.