Small Habits Create Big Change
“All big things come from small beginnings. The seed of every habit is a single, tiny decision. But as that decision is repeated, a habit sprouts and grows stronger. Roots entrench themselves and branches grow.” - James Clear
Change can oftentimes seem so big and overwhelming. We all have the lofty goal of being healthier and happier people, but don’t know where to begin or how to promote transformation. This can lead to feelings of helplessness, frustration, and sometimes even causes us to give up before we even begin. The wonderful thing about change is that even tiny steps overtime can have a huge impact on our overall happiness and wellbeing.
Start small
When taking the important first step in creating a new and positive habit, it is beneficial to start small. Beginning with small change makes it less overwhelming, and also increases your chances of succeeding and continuing the habit. If your goal is to exercise more, you are more likely to succeed if you start with a simple walk three times a week, as opposed to committing to an hour a day, six days a week. If your goal is to begin journaling each day, begin with the small habit of writing for two minutes each day and build from there.
Be consistent
After you have decided which small changes you want to begin with, set a schedule and try your very best to be consistent. Consistency is key to turning these positive changes into set habits that will hopefully become a part of your daily routine. There will be days when you simply don’t feel like doing your habit, but it is important to try and push through and keep moving forward.
Celebrate your success and give yourself grace
Be sure to celebrate and be proud of what you accomplish. Even the smallest changes deserve to be celebrated and acknowledged. It is also important though, to give yourself grace if you have a few days when you are unable to complete your new habit. Instead of getting upset with yourself or giving up altogether, tell yourself that you will get right back on track the next day and move forward.
Forming new habits and making small changes looks different for everyone, depending on where you are on your journey towards health and wholeness. The important thing is to take it one day and one step at a time and soon enough, you will look back and realize how far you have come.
Examples of positive habits
Journaling
Drinking more water
Moving each day
Meditation
Gratitude journal
Daily affirmations
Reading
Quiet time
This list is endless!
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This blog post was written by Jenna Elliott, MAMFT, LPC.
Disclaimer: This blog is not intended to substitute professional therapeutic advice. Talk with your healthcare provider about your health concerns and before starting or stopping therapies. No content on this site, regardless of date, should ever be used as a substitute for direct professional advice from your doctor or other qualified clinician.
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