The Science of Habits

Stacey McLachlan  |  Article

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Medically reviewed by Debra Rose Wilson, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., IBCLC, AHN-BC, CHT

Stacey McLachlan’s simple message is that as “it takes 18 to 254 days to build a new habit”, have patience in   understanding the process of building a new habit.

Here are Stacey’s 10 golden nuggets to create a new habit;

  • Say your goal out loud
  • Swap a new habit for an old one
  • Aim small to start
  • Add on to an existing routine
  • Banish the ‘all or nothing’ mentality
  • Create a plan that plays to your strengths
  • Change your language
  • Visualise success
  • Set up the right cues in your environment
  • Give yourself a break

Enjoy!