AP 725: Why Perfect Habits Are a Myth: 5 Principles to Adapt Your Routines During a Seasonal Shift

AP 725: Why Perfect Habits Are a Myth: 5 Principles to Adapt Your Routines During a Seasonal Shift

Author: Cloud10 September 29, 2025 Duration: 38:28
I used to think that a true "habit person" had the perfect routine lined up every day without a hitch, but that's not reality. Life is unpredictable, and being flexible is crucial. From rethinking my morning routine with five kids in different schools to embracing the early wake-up calls from my toddler, alterations are unavoidable. It's a reminder that being a habit person is more about adaptability than rigid schedules. By learning to honor the needs of each day—whether that's managing unexpected changes or giving grace to myself—I discovered that progress isn’t about having it all together. Instead, it’s about continually adjusting and finding what works in the moment, recognizing that everyone has to revamp routines as life shifts. WATCH the DITL here: https://youtu.be/B7_I-bMgNVM Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! More for Moms Conference Leave a rating and review Check out my ⁠workshops⁠! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes This episode is brought to you by goPure Beauty, get 25% off @goPure with code PROGRESS at https://www.goPurebeauty.com/PROGRESS #goPurepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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