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Turn negative into positive

When you give something up, you may focus on the habit you’re no longer doing. And that can be tough. So flip the script to help with motivation and habit formation. Start thinking about what you’re getting, rather than what you’re giving up.


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  • Sub it out

  • Just pick one

  • A small change can have a big impact

  • Small changes count just as much as big ones

  • The power of habit

  • The power of habit

  • Get a buddy

  • 4 ways you can form better health habits

  • 7 tangible ways to start breaking those bad habits

  • Replace failure with curiosity

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