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'Tiny Habits' the Key to Behavioural Change

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When it comes to long-lasting behavioral changes, an individual may experience an

epiphany concerning either starting constructive behaviors or quitting self-destructive
behavior patterns such as smoking. A person can also redesign their environment by making
tiny changes to their routines to form new long-lasting habits and routines. Tiny habits are
effective for behavioral change because it is relatively easier and faster to form new habits if
done in the right way. Tiny habits form algorithms for changing our behaviors and
establishing healthy routines. The more a person practices certain habits the better he/she
gets and it feels natural to carry out these activities. Habits form when strong positive
emotions are paired with the behavior at the early stages of habit formation.

Tiny habits podcast by Dr. Fogg, a behavioral scientist at Stanford highly motivates
me to stop procrastinating and start incorporating physical exercise in my daily routines. I
shall immediately focus on working out at the gym for at least one hour each day until it
becomes part and parcel of my lifestyle. Physical exercise will not only help in managing my
weight but will also increase energy levels and also improves the structure and function of the
brain. The podcast sheds new insights and inspirations to start working out immediately.

This week, I am going to dedicate my time to learning how to perform physical

exercises and gaining the fitness levels of an international athlete. The key is working out
during the early morning hours or in the evening. In so doing, I will have started one of the
best projects in my entire life for engaging in self-improvement is the best project any
individual can ever embark on. Therefore, I am determined to become the best version of
myself by staying physically and mentally fit through routine exercise. Besides, physical
exercise reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases and helps in managing blood sugar and
insulin levels. Moreover, sticking to a regular workout routine strengthens both bones and
muscles simultaneously. A person's thinking and problem-solving capacity are also sharpened
in addition to increasing their ability to learn and retain knowledge.

References
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Fogg, D. (Performer). (2020). 'Tiny Habits' Are The Key To Behavioral Change. [M. Godoy,
Conductor]