Welcome to Habitual Growth’s Frequently Asked Questions Page!

Our mission is to grow 5 million+ lives in a positive direction and a critical element in doing that is sharing what we know about personal development. We’ve created this page to address common questions people ask about personal development, building new habits, setting goals and mobile applications as a tool to support progress.
This page will also help you understand Habitual Growth’s overall approach to personal development and accountability. Specifically, we follow a business philosophy called They Ask, You Answer, which is a more transparent type of communication and dialogue. We believe that personal development starts with education through learning what resources are available to support your journey and how the process of positive change occurs.

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What is an Essential Action?

There may be many different phrases or terminology out there in the personal development space which mean the same thing as an Essential Action. None are better or worse than the other, they simply represent the concept of building into your daily routine the things you must get done to move yourself forward towards your goals, establish new habits or overall personal development.

Essential Actions can be determined in a couple of different ways. Most commonly, an individual will begin their day thinking about actions that, if completed, will move them closer
to a goal or habit that the desire to achieve. They select 5-7 of these actions for the day as their Essential Actions for that day. When they Complete their day, these individuals know they’ve taken actionable steps of forward progress.

Another option for developing Essential Actions can be to work backwards from a goal or habit. This is especially helpful for individuals with short term goals as the visibility of daily action is generally greater towards overall success in reaching the goal. For example, you’re a small business owner and you want to increase your monthly revenue by $10,000 over the next 6 months. The primary way you generate revenue is through sales of your top 3 products and you know that sales come from generating potential leads. As an Essential Action, you may select things on a daily basis that increase the likelihood of generating a potential lead such as making 5 cold calls and making 1 value-based short video and posting it to your company’s Facebook page.

It’s important to keep in mind that there isn’t a black and white, right or wrong way to create your Essential Actions. The critical aspect is to understand which actions are most important to you to Complete on a daily basis, as they align with the goals and habits that you’re working towards.

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How do you set realistic and achievable goals?

To make sure your goals are realistic and achievable, you can follow these steps:

Start with a specific goal: Be as clear and specific as possible about what you want to achieve. Instead of saying "I want to be healthier," specify what you mean by "healthier"
such as losing a specific amount of weight or exercising a certain number of times per week.

Break it down into smaller steps: Break your goal into smaller, more manageable steps. For example, if your goal is to exercise more, start with a small amount of exercise each
day and gradually increase it.

Make it measurable: Make sure your goal is measurable, so you can track your progress. For example, if your goal is to save money, set a specific amount you want to save each
month.
Be realistic: Consider your current situation and what you are realistically able to achieve. Setting a goal that is too difficult or impossible to achieve can be discouraging.

Set a deadline: Set a realistic deadline for achieving your goal. This will help you stay focused and motivated.

Review and adjust: Review your progress regularly and adjust your goals if necessary. If you find that your goals are too easy or too difficult, make adjustments to keep yourself
on track.

How long does it take to establish a new Habit?

The time it takes to establish a new habit can vary from person to person and depends on several factors, such as the complexity of the habit and the individual's level of motivation and consistency. However, research suggests that it can take an average of 66 days to establish a new habit.

In a study published in the European Journal of Social Psychology, researchers found that it took participants an average of 66 days to establish a new habit. However, the time it took
varied widely, ranging from 18 to 254 days. The study also found that the complexity of the habit and the individual's level of motivation and consistency were significant factors in the
time it took to establish a new habit.

Other factors that can impact the time it takes to establish a new habit include the frequency and consistency of the behavior, the individual's environment and social support, and the
individual's personality traits and mindset. Establishing a new habit requires consistent effort and repetition, and it's important to remain committed to the behavior over time. It's also important to be patient and realistic about the time it takes to establish a new habit. It's normal to experience setbacks and challenges along the way, but with persistence and commitment, it's possible to establish new habits that can have a positive impact on your life.