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The Secret to Longevity: Consistency

May 30, 20233 min read

Day by day, what you choose, what you think, what you do, is who you become.”

- Heraclitus

The Secret to Longevity: Consistency

We all want a long and fulfilling life. And we often think that we need to chase after grand gestures and major lifestyle changes. However, the true path to longevity lies in the power of consistency, combined with a light-hearted approach. By embracing consistent habits and routines while maintaining a positive and lighthearted perspective, we can unlock the secrets to a long and joyful journey through life.

1. Consistency: Consistency is the key to achieving any long-term goal. Whether it's maintaining a healthy lifestyle, pursuing personal growth, or nurturing relationships, consistency is the foundation for success. Start by identifying areas in your life where consistency would benefit you the most. Start with small goals and do them consistently. It is so much easier to stay in a routine if it is doable.

2. Habits: Habits are the building blocks of consistency. Our bodies take over when we automate our actions and our brain won’t step in the way to stop us from doing them. Whether it's waking up early, exercising, or practicing mindfulness, these habits, when consistently nurtured, become the pillars of your longevity journey.

3. Flexibility: While consistency is key, it's equally important to stay flexibile. Life is unpredictable, and we don’t need more stress than we already have! Allow yourself to adjust when needed and don’t beat yourself up. Just ry to stay on track towards your goals as best you can.

4. Joy & Gratitude: Remember to add joy and gratitude into your day. There are small blessings all around you, if you just pay attention. Celebrate your progresses you have made and realize the joy in the journey.

5. Embracing Imperfections: This is a tough one for me: welcome the not-so-perfect outcomes of your efforts. Be graceful towards yourself when you make mistakes.(try to laugh at yourself!) It is part of the process. You will come back stronger!

Conclusion: Consistency is the thread that weaves together the fabric of longevity. By cultivating consistent habits, embracing flexibility, and infusing joy and gratitude into our journey, we can create a path that leads to a fulfilling and long life.

Remember, consistency doesn't have to be hard. By adopting a light-hearted approach, we can make it a joyful and sustainable practice.

So, let's embark on this journey with a commitment to consistency, a smile on our faces, and a spring in our step. Cheers to a long and vibrant life!

Consisteny for longevity

Use these 3 Journal Prompts to help you in your consistency:

  1. Reflect on a habit you have successfully cultivated in the past. What worked? What can you do to stay on track with a new habit?


  2. Identify a habit you have been struggling to maintain consistently. What are the reasons you stopped this practice?

  3. Imagine yourself one year from now, successfully practicing a new habit consistently. How will it contribute to a healthy lifestyle? Visualize the changes and improvements it would bring to your overall well-being. Consider the small steps and actions you need to take today to get closer to that vision. Write down specific actions or reminders that can support your journey towards consistent habit formation. Perhaps put a daily reminder in your phone? That really works for me!


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Ellen Smith

Ellen is the owner/ founder of European Esthetics, Holistic Wellness Spa in Peterborough, NH. As a licensed Esthetician and certified Holistic Health Coach she uses her years of experience to support women in finding guilt-free time for themselves so that they recharge and re-discover themselves to find clarity and direction.

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