Readers share small practical changes that helped habits stick

The Guardian asked readers how they build habits that last and published a roundup of small changes people said helped them keep routines such as daily flossing, exercise or eating more plants.

Respondents described practical, low-cost adjustments: batch-cooking and storing meals in glass containers instead of plastic; keeping a mini trampoline in the kitchen to bounce while waiting for food to cook; and habit-stacking, for example making a second cup of coffee outside during a morning walk so the walk became its own reward.

Other tips included using an hourly work-break timer app called Stand Up to prompt movement, carrying a motivator water bottle to track hydration, trying non-alcoholic alternatives such as Botivo, ordering a weekly Riverford veg box to eat more plants, using a Lumie sunrise alarm to avoid the snooze button, flossing during a long hot shower, and choosing meal-delivery options to control lunches.

The piece links to related product guides and invites readers to share what has helped them stick to good habits at thefilter@theguardian.com.

Key Topics

Health, Habit Stacking, Glass Food Boxes, Mini Trampoline, Stand Up App, Riverford Veg Box