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When people think about change, they usually think about what needs to stop.
▸ Stop eating junk.
▸ Stop scrolling.
▸ Stop overthinking.
These are known as stop goals — they focus on stopping or avoiding certain behaviours. But here’s the catch: it’s hard to replace something with nothing. Telling yourself not to do something doesn’t always give your brain a clear alternative.
That’s where start goals come in.
Instead of focusing on what you’re trying to avoid, focus on what you want to do instead.
▸ Start eating more whole foods.
▸ Start using a timer for work blocks.
▸ Start practicing kind self-talk.
These goals help create new habits, routines, and actions. They give you a direction to move towards, not just a behaviour to resist.
Because growth isn’t just about cutting back. It’s about building forward.
