You can begin to create larger stacks by chaining small habits together. This allows you to take advantage of the natural momentum that comes from one behavior leading into the next—a positive version of the Diderot Effect.

Example :

After I pour my morning cup of coffee, I will medit...

One of the best ways to build a new habit is to identify a current habit you already do each day and then stack your new behavior on top. This is called habit stacking.

The formula is: After [CURRENT HABIT], I will [NEW HABIT].

Examples:

• After I pour my morning coffee, ...

When you start your journaling habit, make that your main priority. Commit to it for at least 30 days, and, to get the best results, tie it to another pre-existing habit of yours.

For example, if you start your day with a cup of coffee, you could decide to journal ever...