We don’t build habits in a vacuum — they grow best when anchored to routines we already do every day. This is where habit stacking comes in (from James Clear’s Atomic Habits). The idea is as follows: ➡️ “After I [current habit], I will [new habit].” By linking the new behaviour to an existing cue, you harness your brain’s natural rhythm — the cue automatically reminds you what to do next. 👉 Examples: After I come downstairs in the morning, I’ll check my blood pressure. After I finish lunch, I’ll take a 10-minute walk. After I brush my teeth, I’ll floss (or take my supplements). After I turn off my laptop, I’ll stretch for two minutes. 💡 Why it works: Your existing habits act like anchors — they’re consistent and automatic. By attaching a new behaviour to one, you skip the hardest step of all: remembering to do it. 🌱 Stroke prevention isn’t about finding more time — it’s about weaving small protective actions into the time you already have. 👉 Try this: Finish this sentence: “After I _______, I will _______.” Write it down somewhere obvious so you see it at the time you'll be doing the cue habit - and then post your answer below in the group — you might just inspire someone else’s next habit!

Anyone else find they struggle with neuropathy as the seasons change? My hand feels so stiff and my toes feel like I could snap them off

I've just read Module 3 and although the idea of improving my MaxVO2 is interesting I'm going to try and do 10 mins of relaxation a day. I think that stress may have been what caused my stroke.

Last time we talked about making habits obvious. Today it’s about making them attractive. Our brains are wired to repeat things we enjoy. This is why Netflix, crisps, and scrolling on your phone come so easily. The trick is to harness that same wiring for healthy habits. 👉 A few simple ways to do this: Bundle it: Only allow yourself to listen to your favourite podcast while out on a walk or only watch your favourite show while on the exercise bike Reframe it: Instead of “I have to check my blood pressure,” think “I get to track my progress and stay in control.” Join others: Exercise feels easier (and more fun) with a friend, class, or community. 💡 Remember: if the habit feels rewarding in the moment, you’ll stick with it. We already know consistency is the key to preventing stroke. The goal is to design habits you actually want to repeat. 👉 Question for you: What’s one healthy habit you’ve managed to make genuinely enjoyable? Or what are you going to do to make a habit enjoyable? For me podcasts are the key. I often want to go for a run just so I can enjoy my favourite podcast.