Skip to content

The No-Gimmick Rapid Path to Positive Change

Old Keys Will Not Open New Doors!

The No-Gimmick Rapid Path to Positive Change

Introduction

Positive change is something we all strive for in our lives, but it can often feel overwhelming to know where to start. The good news is that creating small habits can lead to big changes over time. Over the next several paragraphs, we will discuss the no-gimmick rapid path to positive change and how you can start implementing small habits today.

Creating small habits is a powerful tool for positive change. Small habits are easy to implement and can lead to significant changes in your life. Whether you want to improve your health, relationships, or career, creating small habits is the key to achieving your goals. I often tell new clients that old keys never open new doors. Your habits dictate your behavior, and your behavior will determine the outcome of your life. Did you know that your subconscious controls 96 percent of your behavior and that a considerable part of that subconscious behavior is linked to habits? If you want to achieve a lasting change you have to go beneath the surface. 

Today, we will discuss the no-gimmick rapid path to positive change. By following these simple steps, you can create small habits that will positively change your life.

Think Smaller than Small

When it comes to creating new habits, it's essential to think smaller than small. We often make the mistake of trying to make significant changes all at once, which can be overwhelming and lead to failure. Instead, focus on creating small habits that are easy to implement and build on over time.

For example, if you want to start exercising regularly, start by doing a short workout every day. Don't try to run a marathon on day one. Instead, start with a five-minute workout and work your way up from there. This approach will help you create a habit that is sustainable and leads to lasting change.

Remember, the goal is to create a habit that you can stick to over the long term. Start small, and build on your success over time.

Find Yourself a Crisp Anchor

One of the most effective ways to create a new habit is to attach it to an existing habit. This technique is known as a "crisp anchor." By attaching your new habit to an existing habit, you make it easier to remember to do it every day. Find something you do daily and link your new habit to it as an after-effect. Dr. B.J. Fogg refers to this as closing the drawer (long story). Basically, when you take something out of a drawer, what immediately follows? Closing the drawer. You have done it so many times it has become second nature. 

For example, if you want to start drinking more water, attach it to an existing habit like brushing your teeth. Every time you brush your teeth, drink a glass of water. This approach makes it easy to remember to drink water every day.

Identify an existing habit that you do every day, and attach your new habit to it. This technique will help you create a new habit more quickly and make it easier to remember to do it every day.

Force Yourself to Celebrate

Creating a new habit is hard work, and it's essential to celebrate your success along the way. One way to do this is to force yourself to celebrate every time you complete your new habit.

For example, if your new habit is to read for 30 minutes every day, celebrate by clapping your hands or doing a little dance every time you complete your reading. This approach helps create a positive association with your new habit and makes it more enjoyable to do. Celebrating triggers the pleasure reward center of the brain, the striatum---where skills and habits meet.

Remember, celebrating your success is essential to creating a new habit. It helps you stay motivated and encourages you to keep going even when things get tough.

Understand that Failure is Success

Creating a new habit will require a long-term commitment, and it's important to understand that failure is a natural part of the process. It's easy to get discouraged when you miss a day or don't do your new habit perfectly, but it's important to remember that failure is not the end of the world.

Instead, think of failure as a learning opportunity. Ask yourself why you didn't do your new habit and what you can do differently next time. This approach will help you learn from your mistakes and make it more likely that you will succeed in the future.

Remember, failure is not the end of the world. It's a natural part of the process, and it can help you learn and grow.

Create Habits that Block Bad Habits

Creating a new habit is not just about doing something new; it's also about breaking old habits that are holding you back. One way to do this is to create habits that block bad habits.

For example, if you have a bad habit of watching TV late at night, create a new habit of reading before bed. This approach will make it harder to watch TV late at night and create a positive habit that will help you sleep better.

Remember, creating a new habit is not just about doing something new; it's also about breaking old habits that are holding you back. Creating habits that block bad habits is a powerful tool for positive change.

Consistency is Key

Creating a new habit takes time and consistency. It's essential to new execute your new habit every day, even if it's just for a few minutes. Consistency is key to creating a new habit that sticks.

For example, if your new habit is to meditate every day, do it at the same time every day. This approach will help you establish a routine and make it easier to do your new habit every day.

Remember, consistency is key to creating a new habit that sticks. Do your new habit every day, even if it's just for a few minutes.

Keep Track of Your Progress

Keeping track of your progress is essential to creating a new habit that sticks. It's easy to forget how far you've come, but tracking your progress can help you stay motivated and see the progress you've made.

For example, if your new habit is to write for 30 minutes daily, keep track of how many words you've written each day. This approach will help you see the progress you've made and stay motivated to continue your new habit.

Remember, keeping track of your progress is essential to creating a new habit that sticks. It helps you stay motivated and see the progress you've made.

Embrace the Process

Creating a new habit is a process, and it's essential to embrace the process. It's easy to get discouraged when you don't see results immediately, but it's important to remember that creating a new habit takes time.

Embrace the process and focus on the small steps you take daily. Celebrate your success along the way and learn from your failures. This approach will help you stay motivated and make it more likely that you will succeed in the long run.

Creating a new habit is a process, and it takes time. Embrace the process and focus on the small steps.

Creating small habits is a powerful tool for positive change. By following the no-gimmick rapid path to positive change, you can create small habits that lead to significant changes in your life.

Think smaller than small, find yourself a crisp anchor, force yourself to celebrate, understand that failure is a part of the process of achieving success, create habits that block bad habits, be consistent, keep track of your progress, and embrace the process.

While creating a new habit takes time and effort, it's worth it in the end. Start small, be consistent, and celebrate your success along the way. You can do it!

Register for a Rapid Change session and get two additional sessions FREE!

Rapid Change Session Special

Rapid Change Session Special

$450.00

Buy now

Get the Bronze Coaching/Counseling package at half price!

 

Get 12 power-packed sessions with Dr. Wallace ~ regularly priced at $3,500 but half-priced for the next 48 hours!

Bronze Coaching/Counseling 2023 (Special Limited Offer)

Bronze Coaching/Counseling 2023 (Special Limited Offer)

$1,750.00

Buy now