Build Better Habits as You Write Your Way Forward

Hello and welcome to MindfulMornings midweek motivation - the complement to Sunday’s newsletter: Build Natural Routines That Keep You Mindful and Growing

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Midweek Motivation

Tip 1: Personality-Based Habit Matching

(Sunday’s tip: Choose Habits That Feel Natural To You)

We all create habits differently, and that's perfectly okay! Understanding your personality type using Gretchen Rubin's "Four Tendencies" framework can help you build habits that actually stick.

Here's how to get started:

• The four tendencies are - Obligers, Rebels, Upholders, and Questioners

• Take the free quiz - The Four Tendencies Quiz | Gretchen Rubin - to discover your tendency

• Obligers (You thrive with external accountability):

  • Consider joining a support group or sharing your goals with a friend who can check in on your progress.

• Rebels (You resist anything that feels like an expectation):

  • Create a flexible “menu” of options that help you achieve your goal.

  • Choose what feels right each day.

• Upholders (You’re motivated by both inner and outer expectations):

  • Use habit trackers to create visual reminders of your progress.

  • Set clear goals and specific routines.

• Questioners (You need a good reason to do something):

  • Research the benefits of the habit you’re trying to build.

  • Personalize habits so they align with your goals and values.

Want to learn more? You might enjoy Gretchen's book Better Than Before* - it's full of practical wisdom for building lasting habits.

Tip 2: Write to Your Future Self

(Sunday’s tip: How Daily Reflection Can Help You Achieve Your Goals)

Sometimes the best motivation comes from within. Taking a moment to write to your future self can help you reflect on your goals and celebrate your progress.

Try this simple practice:

Write a short note to yourself on a piece of paper, including;

• One habit you're working on

• What you hope to achieve

• Words of encouragement

• Seal it in a letter and open it 3 months from now.

• When you open it, use it to reflect on and celebrate your progress.

If you prefer digital options, try FutureMe.org. It's a free website that delivers your email on your chosen date - like a surprise gift to yourself!

Something Interesting

This week we're excited to explore the Healthy Minds Program App.

This entirely free app offers a treasure trove of knowledge, combining podcast-style lessons with both seated and active meditations. It’s a wonderful resource to understand the science of the brain while honing skills for a healthier, happier you.

Thanks for reading!

With gratitude,

MindfulMornings

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