How to build habits that actually last
Willpower runs out; systems don't. Building a habit means making it so easy and so visible that not doing it costs more.
Make it ridiculously small
Not "work out": two push-ups. A tiny habit becomes automatic, then grows on its own.
Anchor it to something you already do
"After I brush my teeth, I meditate for one minute." The old habit is the reminder for the new one.
Make it visible: the streak
Checking off each day builds a chain you don't want to break. Seeing 12 days makes you not want to lose them.
Don't let one miss be the end
The golden rule: never miss twice in a row. One missed day is an accident; two is a new (bad) habit.
With Aura Life
Aura Life shows your streaks grow, nudges you at the right moment, and lets you check a habit from a widget on your home screen.
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How long does a habit take to form?
From weeks to a couple of months. What matters is not breaking the chain.
How many habits at once?
Start with one or two.