Previously, you learned how to audit your habits, spot powerful keystone behaviors, and use a decision matrix to choose your starter habit. Let's put it all together with some practical exercises.
Engagement Message
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Type
Sort Into Boxes
Practice Question
Let's review keystone vs. isolated behaviors. Sort these habits into the correct category.
Labels
- First Box Label: Keystone Behavior
- Second Box Label: Isolated Behavior
First Box Items
- Daily meditation
- Planning your week
- Making the bed
- Evening reading
Second Box Items
- Brushing teeth
- Checking the news
Type
Swipe Left or Right
Practice Question
Let's review the decision matrix criteria. Match each question to the criterion it helps evaluate.
Labels
- Left Label: Measures Impact
- Right Label: Measures Ease
Left Label Items
- Will this create positive ripple effects?
- How much will this improve my life?
- Does this align with my core identity?
Right Label Items
- Can I do this on a busy day?
- How much willpower does this require?
- Does this fit into my current schedule?
Type
Multiple Choice
Practice Question
From a habit audit, you find these three potential habits:
- Meditate 20 mins (Impact: 5, Ease: 2, Enjoyment: 3)
- Drink water first thing (Impact: 3, Ease: 5, Enjoyment: 4)
- Plan your day for 5 mins (Impact: 4, Ease: 4, Enjoyment: 4)
Based on the decision matrix, which is the best starter habit?
A. Meditate (Total: 10) B. Drink water (Total: 12) C. Plan your day (Total: 12) D. Both B and C are equally good choices to start with.
Suggested Answers
- A
- B
- C
- D - Correct
Type
Multiple Choice
Practice Question
Someone starts a habit of "prepping healthy lunches on Sunday." Which of the following is a likely positive ripple effect (a keystone effect)?
A. They have less free time on Sunday. B. They save money by not buying lunch and feel more energetic in the afternoon. C. They have to go grocery shopping more often. D. They watch less TV on Sunday.
Suggested Answers
- A
- B - Correct
- C
- D
