Build Long-Lasting Habits—Don't Rely on Willpower Alone!
This is Week 3 in the Start Strong, Stay Strong program. Did you miss the earlier posts? No worries, you can still read them: Week 1, Week 2.
Have you ever set out to create a new habit, only to feel like you're running out of motivation by week three? You’re not alone. Relying on willpower alone can make habits feel exhausting, especially when life gets busy. The real struggle? Turning good intentions into lasting, automatic behaviors.
Without a clear strategy, forming habits can feel like a never-ending cycle of starting over. Each time you skip a session or forget to follow through, the momentum fades, leaving you feeling stuck. But what if there was a way to build habits that don’t drain your energy but work seamlessly with your daily life?
Welcome to Week 3 of Start Strong, Stay Strong! This week, we’ll explore the Trigger-Action-Reward framework, a powerful method to turn small actions into sustainable habits. By identifying what sparks your habits, making the steps simple and approachable, and celebrating your progress, you’ll find it easier than ever to stick with your wellness routine. To guide you, we’ve created a Habit Tracker Worksheet to plan how to ease habit creation and track your habits.
Let’s replace the pressure of willpower with the ease of consistency and create a routine that works for you!
Habit Tracker
Ready to make your new habits stick? The Habit Tracker is designed to help you reflect on what’s working and fine-tune your approach using the Trigger-Action-Reward framework.
Download it now to plan smarter, track your progress, and build habits that last effortlessly.Download the worksheet
Action Steps
- Use the worksheet to plan a smart support for your habit.
Track the habit. Don't worry if you find it hard to stick with! That's an opportunity to fine-tune your support.
"Willpower is not a long-term solution; systems and habits are." – Dr. Gina Cleo