Environment priming involves setting up your physical or digital space in a way that makes it easier to engage in desired behaviors and harder to engage in undesired ones. The idea is that your environment can act as a trigger for certain actions, either promoting or inhibiting them.
For example:
- If you want to read more, keep a book on your nightstand.
- If you're trying to eat healthier, keep fruits and veggies at eye level in the fridge and hide the junk food.
- If you want to focus on work, create a dedicated workspace free from distractions like TV or social media.
By consciously shaping your environment, you "prime" yourself to act in ways that align with your goals, often reducing the need for willpower or motivation.