Why Habits Stick — Or Don't
Turn Goals Into Behaviors
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Goals describe an outcome. Behaviors describe what you actually do. You can only practice behaviors.
Example
Goal: “Be healthier.” → Behavior: “Add a vegetable to dinner.” Goal: “Be calmer.” → Behavior: “Three slow breaths before I open my laptop.” Goal: “Grow spiritually.” → Behavior: “One scripture with my morning coffee.”
Key takeaways
- Vague goals can't be scheduled.
- A behavior fits in a day; an outcome doesn't.
- Track the behavior and let outcomes follow their own timeline.
Exercise
Goal → Behavior
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