The Midlife Chrysalis Stop Starting Over: How to Build Habits That Actually Last
Dec 31, 2025
Why do New Year’s resolutions fizzle out by February? Discover the common pitfalls that derail good intentions. Learn about habit stacking to turn changes into daily routines effortlessly. Explore the 'Four Ps' framework that helps make goals stick, along with the power of public accountability. Find out why focusing on fewer goals is often more effective. Dive into personal stories about health, family commitments, and the importance of mindfulness. Transform resolutions into lasting habits that'll carry you through the year.
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Stack Habits Onto Existing Routines
- Turn resolutions into daily actions by habit stacking onto routines you already do.
- Share specific practices, not vague goals, and pair with others for social support.
Intentions Need Plans
- A resolution without a plan is merely an idea and rarely endures.
- Many New Year's resolutions fail because they lack a concrete, repeatable practice that fits into daily life.
Shower As A Prayer Ritual
- Chip uses his shower to recite three prayers and six mantras as a concrete habit stack.
- He also meditates for at least five minutes before or after the shower as a daily practice.