The Long and The Short Of It 356. Back on Track
Jul 22, 2025
Dive into the intriguing world of habits and routines! The hosts tackle the challenge of getting back on track after disruptions, exploring how our environments influence our behaviors. They'll share personal anecdotes about maintaining fitness goals while traveling and the emotional rollercoaster of personal projects. Plus, discover the role of intentional friendships in habit formation and how small adjustments can lead to big changes. Join them for a mix of insights and humor as they navigate the journey of re-establishing habits!
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Pete's Scotland Habit Slip
- Pete planned an ideal healthy routine for his Scotland trip but ended up not following any of it.
- He reflects on how easy it was to abandon his habits after the first day off plan.
Jen's Work Travel Habit Struggle
- Jen regularly travels for work intending to keep her routine but frequently abandons it after a busy day.
- She still packs exercise gear just in case, highlighting the struggle to maintain habits on the road.
Quick Habit Reboot After Travel
- Upon returning from travel, Pete quickly resumed his healthy habits as if the break never happened.
- This quick habit reentry surprised him, showing habits can restart easily once environment resets.
