We’re going to miss a day.
It happens. It’s normal.
But when it does, there is a simple trick to get back on track, and remind ourselves why the habit is important.
Let’s take flossing as an example.
We all know we should do it. The dentist reminds us at every visit. But it’s easy to forget.
So when we realise we’ve missed a day, we floss twice that day.
The second flossing doesn’t actually do anything, but it’s a physical and deliberate reminder of the habit. It drills into our minds that flossing is a priority. It makes us take note of the habit.
Apply it to anything: stretching, exercise, taking a walk, spending time with friends or family, or creating time for learning or reading.
When you miss a day, do it twice the next day.