The 2-Day Rule

You know those weeks when life feels like one curveball after another? Work deadlines piling up, your kid gets sick, or maybe you’re just not feeling it. It’s sooo easy to let healthy habits slip. Before you know it, a couple of missed days turns into weeks (or even months).

But what if there was a super simple way to stop that spiral?

Let me introduce you to The 2-Day Rule.

It’s simple: Never miss more than two days in a row. Ever. No matter what.

It’s not about being perfect or pushing through every single day. It’s about finding balance and staying consistent without beating yourself up. Take a break when you need it. Skip a day, even two. But by that third day? You get back to it—even if it’s just a little effort.

Why it works:

1️⃣ It keeps the momentum alive – You don’t need perfection. You just need to avoid long gaps.

2️⃣ It makes things feel manageable – Knowing you’ve got two days to regroup takes away the pressure of “starting over.”

3️⃣ It builds trust in yourself – Following the 2-Day Rule proves you’re capable of sticking with something, even when life throws you off track.

How to apply it:

• Exercise goal? If you’ve missed two days, get any movement in on the third. A 10-minute walk or stretch counts.

• Meal prep habit? If you’ve fallen off for a few days, prep just one meal to reset.

• Meditation practice? (Here’s a personal one!) I follow this rule myself. If I miss two days, I make sure to fit in a 5-minute session on the third—even if life is chaotic.

The magic of the 2-Day Rule?

It’s flexible and forgiving, but it keeps you grounded and moving toward your goals.

So next time life gets messy (because it always does), just remember: Don’t miss three days in a row. It’s simple, and it works.

Here’s to building habits that stick! 💪