I’d wager that if the average person were to simply do half of the onetime actions on this list—even if they didn’t give another thought to their habits—most would find themselves living a better life a year from now.These onetime actions are a straightforward way to employ the 3rd Law of Behavior Change.They make it easier to sleep well, eat healthy, be productive, save money, and generally live better.ONETIME ACTIONS THAT LOCK IN GOOD HABITSNutritionBuy a water filter to clean your drinking water.Use smaller plates to reduce caloric intake.SleepBuy a good mattress.Get blackout curtains.Remove your television from your bedroom.ProductivityUnsubscribe from emails.Turn off notifications and mute group chats.Set your phone to silent.Use email filters to clear up your inbox.Delete games and social media apps on your phone.HappinessGet a dog.Move to a friendly, social neighborhood.General HealthGet vaccinated.Buy good shoes to avoid back pain.Buy a supportive chair or standing desk.FinanceEnroll in an automatic savings plan.Set up automatic bill pay.Cut cable service.Ask service providers to lower your bills.
I’d wager that if the average person were to simply do half of the onetime actions on this list—even if they didn’t give another thought to their habits—most would find themselves living a better life a year from now.