How to change for the better
Additionally, there is one underlying factor that can either support change, support the status quo, or even cause change: Environment
Evolution approach: Trying to reduce from a pack of cigarettes per day to a half, then a quarter, and then none at all. Or using nicotine patches.
Sometimes the improvements are so small that they aren’t visible so they don’t motivate you. Or this method doesn’t allow you to get better because the change is so small that it’s not effective. Doing one push-up won’t get you into shape. Meditating for one minute won’t calm you down.
Additionally, whenever we lose motivation and go back to our old behaviors, we don’t move forward at all. Why? Because the change achieved was so small.
The best time to use this approach is when you’re adding to your current routines and also your life doesn’t depend on it.
Eating healthy: add a fruit or a veggie to your diet → you already eat a few times per day, simply adding a piece of fruit or veggie to one of your meals is simple.
