What it is
Streaks build identity (“I study daily”). Start absurdly small — 2 minutes counts — then grow once the habit sticks.
When to use it
When you keep breaking “I’ll study 3 hours” promises.
How to do it
- Commit to 2 minutes at the same time daily.
- Mark an X on a calendar each day you do it.
- After 7 days, add 5 minutes if it feels easy.
Common mistakes
- Starting with 3-hour goals and quitting day 2.
- Breaking the chain for one bad day and giving up entirely.
- No visible tracker.
Your 1-minute action
Put a paper calendar on your desk and mark today’s 2-minute session.