The Ripple Effect of Keystone Habits

When I shifted my mindset from “I have to work out to be skinny” to “I want to work out because I feel better when I do”, I started exercising regularly.

Exercise became a habit that was at the center of my sobriety that helped me create a ripple effect of better habits. 

In this episode, I talk about the positive ripple effect of five keystone habits: planning your day, sleep, daily exercise, practicing gratitude and making your bed. 

It's a fun episode filled with suggestions on how to get started (tomorrow) in creating a powerful keystone habit has a ripple effect in other areas of your life.

 You'll discover: 

  • What keystones are and why they matter 

  • Why keystone habits can help you create a better self-image 

  • How the habit loop works 

  • The ripple effect of a drinking habit loop 

  • A breakdown of the top five keystone habits 

  • How to use a reason why you want to create a habit to help get you started 

  • Finding more meaning and intention through everyday habits like making your bed or brushing your teeth

Mentioned in this episode:

Insight Timer (Sarah Blondin)

The Power of Habit, by Charles Duhigg