3 Ways to Be More Consistent

Consistency can feel like the hardest part of healing. Whether it’s attending therapy regularly, sticking to a meal plan, or journaling every day, many people find it challenging to stay on track—especially when life gets busy or emotions run high. The truth is, being consistent doesn’t mean being perfect. It means returning to what matters, even when it’s hard, and giving yourself permission to keep trying.

A key part of staying motivated is adopting a growth mindset—the belief that your abilities and habits can be developed over time through dedication and effort. This small shift invites curiosity and self-compassion, helping you stay grounded in the understanding that growth is a process, not a pass/fail test. When we speak to ourselves with this kind of language, we create a sustainable path forward—one rooted in patience, motivation, and the belief that healing isn’t about doing things perfectly, but about showing up again and again.

In this blog, we’ll explore three meaningful strategies to help you build consistency in your healing journey, with practices that support your goals in a way that feels steady and nourishing—not overwhelming.

Be Familiar With Your Values

When your habits are connected to your personal values, they carry more meaning. Instead of focusing on what you “should” do, explore why something matters to you—like showing up to therapy because you value growth, or journaling because you value emotional clarity. Knowing your values gives your daily choices direction and purpose. It becomes less about forcing a routine and more about honoring what’s important to you. When your habits align with your core values, motivation feels more natural and less like a chore. One way to figure out what your values are is to reflect on the moments you’ve felt most proud, fulfilled, or connected—those experiences often reveal what matters most to you.

Be Flexible

Rigid expectations can lead to burnout, shame, or avoidance when life inevitably gets in the way. Flexibility allows you to adapt without abandoning your goals altogether. Maybe you can’t make every therapy session, but you still reflect on your progress in between. Maybe you skip a day of journaling, and that’s okay—you can pick it back up tomorrow. Growth happens when you respond to obstacles with gentleness and creativity, not harsh self-criticism.

Build Self-efficacy and Autonomy

Self-efficacy is your belief that you can follow through—and it grows with practice. Start small and build momentum with tasks that feel manageable, not overwhelming. As you begin to see yourself as capable and in control of your choices, motivation naturally follows. Feeling a sense of autonomy—like your healing process is yours to shape—makes it easier to stay committed.

The more you trust your ability to make decisions for yourself, the more consistent you’ll feel over time.

If staying consistent with your healing process feels like a challenge, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it alone either. A therapist can help you clarify your values, identify what you want for yourself, and build realistic strategies to support your growth. If you’re struggling to stick with therapy or stay engaged, don’t be afraid to talk about that. Therapists are there to help you work with your struggles, not around them. With the right support, consistency becomes something that feels possible—and even empowering.