Okay, so I stumbled upon this “little bird psychology” thing and thought, “Why not give it a shot?” It sounded kinda fluffy, but I was curious.
My Little Experiment
First, I picked a small, annoying habit I wanted to change – constantly checking my phone for no reason. Seriously, it’s like a reflex.
Then, following this “little bird” idea, I imagined a tiny bird on my shoulder. Every time I felt the urge to grab my phone, I pictured the bird chirping a warning. Sounds silly, right? But I stuck with it.
- Day 1: Felt super awkward. The bird was chirping ALL the time. I realized just how often I reach for my phone. Ugh.
- Day 2: Started to anticipate the “chirp.” I’d pause before grabbing my phone, and sometimes, I’d actually put it back down.
- Day 3-7: The bird wasn’t as noisy. I was still checking my phone, but way less. I was actually thinking about it first.
It’s not like I’m magically cured of my phone addiction. But, this little bird thingy actually helped me become more aware of my habit. It gave me a little nudge, a tiny reminder to think before I act.
I guess the main takeaway is that even small, seemingly silly things can make a difference. It’s all about finding what works for you. And for me, for now, it’s a little imaginary bird.
