When it comes right down to it…
There are only 3 steps to building a new habit:
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Being aware of the habit that needs to change,
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Replacing it with something new,
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And consistently choosing the new habit.
The only problem?
Most people get stuck after step one.
They know WHAT habit needs to change…
But they don’t have anything to replace it with.
The solution?
A self-care menu 🙌
A self-care menu is a list of feel-good actions you can take BEFORE you slip back into “autopilot.”
Some examples:
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Play with your pet for 5 minutes
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Listen to one of your favorite songs
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Go outside for some fresh air
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Do some quick stretches
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Meditate for 3 minutes
Doing these things can help disrupt your old “trigger → behavior” cycle with something that feels good and that you enjoy.
AND… this short interruption can give you some breathing room so you can be more mindful about what you do next — whether it’s what you’re going to eat, whether or not you’re going to scroll on your phone, or any other habit you’re trying to replace.
If you’ve gotten our FREE Food & Mood Journal, you can use this as a starting point!
The next step?
Consistency!
Keep your “self-care” menu somewhere you can see it, like your phone’s Notes app, your fridge, or on a sticky note by your desk.
It takes practice to redirect yourself…
But eventually, you’ll find it getting easier and easier to make better choices.
(Makes sense, right?)
Finding quick, personal wins like these is one of the first steps we take when we work with our clients…
And why our clients start to get traction FAST with our training programs!
We also:
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Work on mobility and flexibility so you can protect yourself from falls and injuries
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Find easy ways to work more exercise into your schedule
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Create a ‘non-negotiables’ list to help you easily identify your priorities and stick to them
Want to see if AXIS is right for you?
Fill out our contact form on our website for more information, or even better, schedule your complementary consultation from our training pages!