Day 14 of 90 · Sleep
Missed a day? Never miss twice
“I missed yesterday. Old me would quit. Today I just did the tiny version and kept going.” — Kai
Today's action · 3 min
If you have missed a day, do the smallest version of your habit right now. If you haven't, write your "never miss twice" rule on your tick sheet so it's ready.
Why it works
In Lally and colleagues' habit study, missing one opportunity did not materially affect how the habit formed. What matters is getting back to it quickly. One miss is a blip; two in a row is how a new pattern starts.
Source: How are habits formed: Modelling habit formation in the real world (Lally et al., 2010)
Educational content, not medical advice. If you are struggling, contact a qualified professional (Lifeline 13 11 14 in Australia, 988 in the US).