This was very timely. I think I write that every time I read this post! A very long read this time, but I'm beginning to believe that "it's not just me"?? Perhaps it's not age or circumstance that has caused me to lose momentum. I appreciate the encouragement.
This is such a grounded reframe of consistency. What I appreciate most is the shift away from discipline as pressure, and toward discipline as something that has to feel safe to return to.
From what I see, people don’t stop because they don’t care. They stop because restarting feels heavier than continuing, especially when their system is already stretched. Five minutes works precisely because it doesn’t threaten capacity.
Consistency that survives real life isn’t about never stopping. It’s about building a nervous system that trusts it can come back without punishment. This captures that beautifully.
I like your emphasis on process rather than outcomes for the return. This resonates for me on so many levels. As a struggling pianist, it's usually getting to the bench and opening the score that is the hardest part. Five minutes sounds so doable. And while I struggle to have a consistent movement practice, if I can get out my yoga mat and lie down on it, I step back into my breath and remember that I have a body. A rewarding practice usually follows.
A grounded reminder that consistency isn’t about perfect streaks, but about returning gently. Small re-entries compound trust over time.
Thank you! It’s very helpful. I paused a habit for a month, Now I got this great idea to re-start it. 🙏
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This is a wonderful advice. I will practice it and comment on it
This was very timely. I think I write that every time I read this post! A very long read this time, but I'm beginning to believe that "it's not just me"?? Perhaps it's not age or circumstance that has caused me to lose momentum. I appreciate the encouragement.
This is such a grounded reframe of consistency. What I appreciate most is the shift away from discipline as pressure, and toward discipline as something that has to feel safe to return to.
From what I see, people don’t stop because they don’t care. They stop because restarting feels heavier than continuing, especially when their system is already stretched. Five minutes works precisely because it doesn’t threaten capacity.
Consistency that survives real life isn’t about never stopping. It’s about building a nervous system that trusts it can come back without punishment. This captures that beautifully.
I love this! So simple but sounds effective
I like your emphasis on process rather than outcomes for the return. This resonates for me on so many levels. As a struggling pianist, it's usually getting to the bench and opening the score that is the hardest part. Five minutes sounds so doable. And while I struggle to have a consistent movement practice, if I can get out my yoga mat and lie down on it, I step back into my breath and remember that I have a body. A rewarding practice usually follows.