71 Anchor Ideas to Trigger Your New Habit
Hey there! Welcome back to our cozy spot on the web. Today, we're diving into something super interesting: the Tiny Habits method by Dr. BJ Fogg. If you're not familiar, it's all about making big changes through tiny steps. The core idea? Hook new, small habits onto things you already do every day. It's kind of like adding a dash of new flavor to your daily routine. The Tiny Habits recipe is simple: After I [existing behavior], I will [new tiny behavior].
Easy, right? Whether you're looking to amp up your mornings, get a midday lift, or wind down your evenings in a productive way, we've got a bunch of everyday actions you can use as launchpads for those new habits. This isn't about overhauling your life overnight; it's about tweaking it in tiny, manageable ways that add up. Let's dive in and explore how you can seamlessly weave new, beneficial habits into the fabric of your day.
You can rehearse that habit, and you can build support systems around it if you benefit from reminders and check ins. At Shelpful, we’re all about reminding people and checking if they did their teeeeeny version of a habit after an existing behavior. You can build Tiny Habits right into your work with our A.I. or human service. (Free trials of both btw at shelpful.com)
Habit Trigger Inspiration List
Your Job is think of something you WANT to do, then look at this list to consider if you could perhaps layer that new habit onto one of these.
🌅 Morning
Sit up in bed
Turn off my alarm
Turn off airplane mode
Pee
Flush the toilet
Dry my hands
Turn on the shower
Dry my body
Hang up my towel
Wipe out the sink
Wash my face
Shave my face
Brush my hair
Weigh myself
Make the bed
Put lotion on
Tie my shoes
Put in my contacts
Put on my glasses
Put on my watch
Put on activity tracker
Pour myself a cup of coffee
Put the tea kettle on to boil
Turn the coffee maker on
Put my cup in the dishwasher or sink
😎 Midday or Anytime
Hear my phone ring
Hang up the phone
Wash my hands
Drink a cup of coffee
Drink a cup of tea
Empty my inbox
Park the car
Turn on my computer
Turn off my computer
Use the bathroom
Hug/kiss my spouse
Hug/kiss my kids
Sit down
Check Facebook
Make a purchase
Greet someone
Eat a snack
Write my daily task list
Open the fridge
Open the pantry
Put on my seatbelt
Get a message from Shelpful
🌝 Evening
Unlock my front door
Walk in the door after work
Hang up my keys
Put down my purse/ briefcase
Put dinner dish in the dishwasher
Start the dishwasher
Sit down to eat
Empty the dishwasher
Hang up the dog leash
Take out the garbage
Play with my kids
Help kids with homework
Turn off the TV
Take my makeup off
Get undressed
Take off my shoes
Say my prayers at night
Set my alarm
Write in my journal
Plug in my phone to charge
Put my phone on airplane mode
Put my phone on do not disturb
Plug in my computer to charge
Get a message from Shelpful
That's all, folks! Armed with these anchors, you're ready to tie new habits right into your daily flow. Remember, the beauty of the Tiny Habits method is in its simplicity and flexibility. Here at Shelpful, we're all about making life a bit brighter, one tiny habit at a time. Experiment with these anchors, mix and match them with habits that matter to you, and watch as your days start to transform.
And if you're ready to get started with a bit of extra support, why not try Shelpful for a spin? We're offering a 1-week free trial to new users. When signing up, share the specific "anchors" you want to tie habits to, and we'll help make those new habits stick. Head over to shelpful.com to start your trial today and take the first step towards a more organized, productive, and happy life. Let's do this together!
