Implementation Intention

You are 2x to 3x more likely to follow through with a habit if you make a specific plan for when, where, and how you are going to implement it. This is known as an implementation intention.

You can use this formula: “During the next week, I will partake in at least 20 minutes ...

We are motivated when we use goals that spell out in advance when, where, and how we will achieve it.

We plan beforehand how we are going to overcome possible problems. For example, if your goal is to eat less sugar, your implementation could be "When the dessert menu a...

• Know your weaknesses. You can’t overcome them until you know them.
• Remove temptations. “Out of sight, out of mind.”
• Set clear goals and have an execution plan.
• Build your self-discipline. We aren’t born with self-discipline -- it’s a learne...