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Reward Your Success
People (just like rats in a cage) are more likely to repeat behaviors if there is reinforcement associated with it. If there is a punishment or no response at all, the behavior will not be repeated.
Your attempts at building habits must be rewarded. Luckily, reinforcers come in all shapes, sizes, and budgets.
You can reward your successful habit-building attempts with money, a piece of candy, or a new purse. Intangible rewards work well also.
You can shower yourself with verbal praise. Bringing in your supports to add reinforcement will increase the positive association with the habit. Whether the reward is from you or your supports, try to reinforce the new habit immediately after it occurs to increase future motivation.
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