Make it smaller, make it easier, keep it near.
TL;DR
- Shrink the habit.
- Tie to a cue.
- Miss once, not twice.
Scripture to stand on
- Zechariah 4:10: Do not despise the day of small things.
A simple plan
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Make a 2‑minute version
Like doing one push‑up on off days—open the app, read one verse, say one prayer.
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Use a strong cue
Tie to coffee, commute, or bedtime.
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Protect streaks, not totals
If you miss, do the 2‑minute version the next time slot.
Try this now
- Set a 5‑minute version of your challenge for this week.
- Add a reminder tied to your strongest daily cue.
FAQs
- Is 2 minutes enough?
- Yes for momentum. It keeps the habit alive until energy returns.
- What if I keep failing?
- Shrink again and ask a friend for a check‑in this week.
motivation challenges
streaks