We first make our habits, and then our habits make us – John Dryden
Have you ever felt like you’re sleepwalking your way through life, unaware of the habits that bind you? The more times you repeat a habit, the deeper the habit becomes ingrained inside your brain, and the harder it seems to overcome. That’s where we step in.
If it takes 66 days to make a new habit automatic, how about taking a 4-week short writing course online to get you over the halfway mark?
Next month, WriteWell’s Building Better Habits will help you to break free from habits that don’t serve you and to shape and create ones that will.
Find the feel-good factor
The reward is what fuels the habit; it’s the end game.
A short walk after dinner time improves digestion, and so you may sleep better that night. If it feels good once, it will again; that’s the reward.
The biggest mistake people make when building new habits is trying to overhaul everything at once. Instead, choose one simple, clear habit—like journaling first thing in the morning or last thing at night. A glass of water with lemon and ginger upon waking is doable.
And so these small, repeated actions can shape our mood, energy, and resilience far more than occasional bursts of motivation. This slow build is easier for your brain to accept and sustain.
Habits work like a loop: cue → action → reward
If you want a habit to stick, make sure your cue is strong and obvious.
For example, leave your yoga mat beside your bed so you’ll walk across it when you get up, or keep a journal beside your kettle to prompt you while your tea is brewing.
Track your wins
Progress is motivating. Use a simple calendar, an app, or a notebook to mark each day you complete your habit. The visual streak is a reward in itself and helps you notice patterns—like which days or times you’re most consistent.
Check out WriteWell’s free journal, which helps you do all this and more!
