Embracing the art of experimentation is a powerful way to cultivate new habits. Simply try things out by releasing any pressure to be perfect. The only way to truly understand if a habit will be beneficial to you is to give it an honest try.
Think of it as collecting data on YOU. You probably won't notice any effects if you do something once or twice. But when you do something consistently over a period of time, you'll be able to determine if a new habit is worth making part of your foundation of well-being.
Running at least one experiment at a time will lead to greater clarity and efficiency in discovering exactly what you need to thrive.
What's one habit you're eager to try? Why not start now?
Follow these steps to set up your experiment:
- Establish your “why” for doing this habit
- Create a two-minute version of your habit
- Decide when and where you will complete your habit
- Create a visual cue so you don't forget to do it
- Make it easy by optimizing your environment
- Track your progress
- Find an accountability buddy
- Reward yourself!
- Keep a log of things you notice as a result
- Rinse and repeat
Now is the perfect time to experiment with habits that will set you up for success this fall. Practice being curious when it comes to strengthening your base, and experience more daily freedom and ease as a result!
Remember: your daily choices matter. As the architect of your life, you want to make good choices.
What do you wish to cultivate more of this fall?
Don't underestimate the power of small shifts in your behavior. They can have a ripple effect, significantly improving your performance and helping you reach your goals. This coming semester, make it a point to experiment with habits that are tailored to your needs and watch the positive changes unfold.
Be sure to check in with our 365 Mindful Days community for daily support and accountability as you run your experiments and fine-tune key habits. ✨
