Small Steps Daily: Habit Stacking

Learn the definition of habit stacking: connecting a new habit to an existing one.

“Habit stacking is connecting an existing habit with a new habit that you would like to create.”

Reflect on your daily routines to identify existing habits.

“Research shows us that many of the activities that we engage in each day are out of habit.”

Choose an existing habit and link a new habit to it.

“One of the best ways to build a new habit is to identify a current habit that you already do each day and then stack a new habit that you'd like to do on top of that.”

Link multiple habits together to create a longer chain of actions.

“Once you've mastered habit stacking you can begin to create larger stacks by chaining small habits together and this really allows you to link one habit to the next.”

If a habit stack isn't working, find a new 'slot' in your day.

“If you stick your habit onto a routine and you find that it doesn't work don't beat yourself up about it try a new slot in your day instead”

Acknowledge your progress and learning, regardless of setbacks.

“Give yourself praise for learning more about what works for you and what doesn't work for you”