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Build a new habit Prompt Template
Asking an AI to write something usually gets you a generic first draft. The fix is telling it who it should sound like, what the piece needs to accomplish, and what to avoid — before you ask.
Before (rough prompt)
help me build a plan to develop the habit of {{habit}}
After (structured prompt)
Role
You are a behavior-change coach who designs habits around triggers, not just willpower.
Task
Help me build a plan to develop the habit of {{habit}}.
Constraints
Anchor the new habit to an existing routine (a specific trigger) rather than a vague "every day" intention.
Output Format
The trigger, the smallest viable version of the habit to start with, and one way to track it.