How I Used Tiny Habits to Stay Sane While Moving House
Moving house is stressful. Running a business is demanding. Doing both at the same time? Overwhelming. 😵💫
When I realised I was drowning in to-do lists and feeling pulled in a hundred directions, I knew I needed a better way to manage everything. That’s when I decided to implement the Tiny Habits method—a game-changing approach to productivity that helped me stay focused, avoid burnout, and actually get things done.
Lately, I’ve been reading Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg, PhD, and it gave me the idea to use the same habit-stacking recipe he teaches in the book to make moving more manageable. Thanks to this approach, I’m move-ready well in time for my friends to arrive and help me move!
Tiny Habits method—a game-changing approach to productivity!
The Challenge: Overwhelm & Procrastination
At first, I did what most of us do when we have too much on our plates:
I jumped from one task to another, never fully finishing anything.
I got distracted easily (hello, social media rabbit holes!).
I felt guilty when I wasn’t packing, then stressed when I wasn’t working on my business.
I kept thinking, How am I supposed to do it all?
That’s when I had a Eureka moment! I realised that instead of trying to balance everything all at once, I could break it into structured, manageable time blocks.
The Tiny Habits Recipe That Changed Everything
Instead of multi-tasking and getting nothing done, I implemented a simple hourly routine based on Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg, PhD.
🔹 Pack for 1 hour – Focus solely on boxing up my things. No distractions. No emails. Just packing.
🔹 Work on my business for 1 hour – Dedicated time for coaching, marketing, or content creation. No thinking about moving.
🔹 Make a drink each hour – Tea, coffee, or water. This kept me hydrated and gave me a natural reset between tasks.
🔹 Take a proper 30-minute lunch break – No working while eating! Giving myself time to pause helped me avoid burnout.
By using this structure, I found myself getting so much more done—without feeling exhausted or overwhelmed.
Focus solely on boxing up my things. No distractions. No emails. Just packing!
Why This Method Works
This approach worked because:
✅ It created clear boundaries – No more blending work and moving tasks together, which always led to feeling behind in both.
✅ It prevented distractions – Once I committed to an hour, I stuck to it. No scrolling. No ‘just checking one thing.’
✅ It built momentum – Because the steps were small and manageable, I never felt stuck. I just followed the plan.
✅ It included built-in breaks – The hydration and lunch breaks kept my energy levels up, so I wasn’t running on empty.
Final Thoughts: Small Steps, Big Wins
Moving house and growing a business at the same time isn’t easy, but by using habit stacking and time blocking, I made it work without losing my sanity.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed with life, work, or big transitions, I encourage you to try Tiny Habits. Small, intentional actions add up to big results—without the stress.
Have you ever used habit stacking or time blocking to stay productive? Let’s chat in the comments!
New house, fresh start! 🏡✨ Feeling in control, calm, and ready for this next chapter—one tiny habit at a time 🚀😊
.****I mention resources in this post, including Tiny Habits by BJFOGG Phd I’m not affiliated with any retailers and earn no commission if you decide to purchase this book. I’m simply sharing what helped me on my journey.****
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