Ever started something with the best intentions—only to walk away, thinking, “I guess it’s just not working”?
In this episode of Breathe Easy Parenting, we explore the quiet moments when progress feels invisible, change feels too slow, and we’re tempted to give up. Catherine shares powerful personal stories, parenting insights, and research-backed truths about how long real change takes—especially when it comes to habits, behavior, and emotional growth in children.
Topics we cover:
Why the brain craves instant feedback (and how it tricks us into quitting too early)
How to navigate the messy in-between stage of change
What science actually says about habit formation (spoiler: it’s not 21 days!)
Real-life classroom + parenting examples of staying consistent
The power of repair, repetition, and rooted growth
If you’ve ever felt discouraged mid-journey—this episode is your reminder that quiet progress is still progress.
Take a deep breath. You’re not alone. Let’s talk about staying one more day.
🧠 Learn More – Research Referenced:
Lally, P. et al. (2010). How are habits formed: Modelling habit formation in the real world. European Journal of Social Psychology. https://doi.org/10.1002/ejsp.674
- Phillips, L. A. et al. (2023). Time to form a habit: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of Behavioral Medicine. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11641623/
- List, J. A. et al. (2016). Habit formation in children: Evidence from incentives for healthy eating. Journal of Health Economics. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26717440/
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