You’ve tried habit tracking with apps, journals, perfectly designed sheets, but two weeks in, you’re back to scrolling in bed at 6 am. What went wrong? It’s not willpower. You’re missing the brain science behind habit tracking and how to use a tracker during each phase of habit formation so it sticks for good.

In this episode, I walk you through why most habit trackers fail, what really makes a tracker powerful, and how to lean into different phases of habit formation so your digital wellness habits become lasting, not just pretty checkmarks. I also share 5 science‑based strategies to make your tracker actually work, how to design your tracking system, and tips to troubleshoot when things feel boring or you miss days.

You’ll walk away knowing exactly how to use your habit tracker as a tool for transformation, not as a guilt trip or a decoration. Plus, I built a faith‑centered tracker just for you.

👇Grab the free tracker and let's go.

Resources & Next Steps:

Ready to start tracking your progress and building habits that actually stick? Download your free digital wellness habit tracker now and start small, stay consistent, and celebrate your wins. 👉Habit Tracker

Take the Screen Time Personality Quiz and get your 3-Day Digital Peace Plan - a free guide to help you reset your screen habits and reclaim your focus. 👉Screen Time Personality Quiz

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You’ve heard it. Maybe even said it. “It takes 21 days to build a habit.” But what if that catchy little phrase is doing more harm than good?

In today’s episode, I’m busting one of the most popular (and damaging) myths about habit formation and replacing it with real, research-backed truth. Spoiler: 21 days is not the magic number.

Before I became a habit coach, I believed it too. I repeated it. I even built goals around it. But then I hit day 22... and felt exactly the same. Sound familiar?

Whether you’ve tried to cut back on nighttime scrolling, stay off your phone in the morning, or be more present with your family, you might be feeling frustrated and discouraged. But friend, nothing is wrong with you. The timeline was wrong.

In this episode, I’ll take you behind the scenes of the science of habit change (yes, actual neuroscience), share the sneaky origin story behind the 21-day myth, and show you how to reset your expectations so you can finally start making changes that stick, especially when it comes to your screen habits.

We’re going deep on:

• The real history behind the 21-day habit myth (and why it spread like wildfire)
• What current neuroscience says about habit timelines (hint: it’s longer than 3 weeks)
• Why digital habits are some of the hardest to change and how dopamine, algorithms, and “variable rewards” keep us stuck
• The spiritual danger of expecting quick results from slow-growth transformation
• How to align your habit change with God’s timing instead of hustle culture
• The three steps to move forward: grace, one small habit, and tracking progress

If you’ve been beating yourself up for not “getting it together” after a few weeks, this episode will breathe fresh grace into your journey. I even created a free printable Habit Tracker to help you see your progress, build momentum, and stay connected to your "why.

You don't need a quick fix. You need a faithful next step.

👇Grab the free tracker and let's go.

Resources & Next Steps:

Ready to start tracking your progress and building habits that actually stick? Download your free digital wellness habit tracker now and start small, stay consistent, and celebrate your wins. 👉Habit Tracker

Take the Screen Time Personality Quiz and get your 3-Day Digital Peace Plan - a free guide to help you reset your screen habits and reclaim your focus. 👉Screen Time Personality Quiz

Let’s Connect! Share your experiences by leaving me a voice message through Speakpipe on my website!

📩 Email: hello@julianneaugust.com

🌐 Website: julianneaugust.com

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Let’s just say it - you’ve probably taken your phone into the bathroom. 🙈 (We likely all have. Some of us even scroll through Scripture in there.)

But it’s not just a weird little habit. It’s a window into what’s happening in your brain, your identity, and even your heart.

In this episode, I’m unpacking why it’s so hard to leave your phone in another room and how this small, everyday behaviour quietly fuels digital distraction and soul disconnection. We'll talk dopamine, FOMO, digital identity, and how your phone might be trying to play the role of saviour in your life (ouch, I know).

More importantly, I’ll walk you through 3 simple ways to retrain your brain so you can start leaving your phone behind… on purpose.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why carrying your phone everywhere is more than just a habit
• The brain science behind FOMO and dopamine-driven distractions
• What research says about your phone as part of your identity
• 3 simple ways to start separating from your phone (no shame involved)
• A faith-based reminder of who really holds your attention and your heart

If you’re craving more peace, presence, and freedom in your day, this is a small but powerful place to start.

Resources & Next Steps:

🔲 Get Brick: A Digital Wellness Device to Help You Overcome Digital Distraction. You just tap your iPhone to it, and it activates a custom focus mode you’ve already designed. Tempting apps? Blocked. Helpful ones? Still accessible. Want to learn more or try Brick yourself? Get 10% off with my link here:👉https://julianneaugust.com/brick

Take the Screen Time Personality Quiz and get your 3-Day Digital Peace Plan - a free guide to help you reset your screen habits and reclaim your focus. 👉Screen Time Personality Quiz

📲 Grab Your Free Wallpapers Get your free gallery of truth-filled phone and desktop wallpapers, designed to help you pause, reset, and refocus every time you reach for your device. 👉Digital Wallpaper

Let’s Connect! Share your experiences by leaving me a voice message through Speakpipe on my website!

📩 Email: hello@julianneaugust.com

🌐 Website: julianneaugust.com

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