• Use structural tension. Identify and write down your primary macroHabit selection, such as healthy surroundings, and develop new habits to achieve your desired results by writing what needs to change as a reference point to keep you motivated.
• Create a habit loop. A habit loop consists of a cue, a routine, and a reward. First, select a habit like practicing healthy hydration. Then create a cue to remind yourself how to activate this new habit; for example, by setting an alarm on your phone three times a day to ensure your water intake stays on track. This will enable you to “install” this habit and make it routine. Finally, to “close the habit loop,” identify a reward like reading 20 pages of a new book to reward this positive behavior!
• Connect present actions to long-term rewards. Your present decision-making process will lead to your future self. Remembering your WHY when faced with a difficult choice in the moment will encourage positive decision making in the future and keep you on track to achieve long-term goals.
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Remember, you control your choices and decisions! Once you add structure around what you need to achieve and then continually practice the necessary healthy habits to meet your goals, they will become second nature.

The start of your journey will require support. As your independent OPTAVIA Coach, I can share my experiences and offer guidance on how best to identify what practices to put into place. I’m here to encourage and motivate you throughout your journey, so please feel free to reach out at any time.