How to Stick with Good Habits Every Day
Chapter-level explanation in simple terms
🎯 Core Thesis
Tracking your habits visually makes them more likely to stick because it provides evidence of progress, making them obvious, attractive, and satisfying.
💡 Think of it Like...
"Think of leveling up in a video game. Each time you complete a task (like defeating a monster or finishing a quest), you get experience points. The habit tracker is like the experience bar – you see it filling up, which motivates you to keep playing and level up (achieve your goal)."
👶 Explain Like I'm 12
Imagine you want to drink more water every day. A habit tracker is like a chart where you put a sticker every time you finish a glass. Seeing the stickers fill up the chart reminds you to drink water (obvious), makes you feel good about sticking to your goal (attractive), and gives you a little reward each time you add a sticker (satisfying). It's like a game to see how many days in a row you can get a sticker!
⭐ Why It Matters
This is useful because it helps you build good habits and break bad ones. Whether it's exercising, studying, or even quitting smoking, visually tracking your progress can give you the motivation and accountability you need to reach your goals, even when you don't feel like it.