The energy of habit

Habit energy is not a formal clinical term, but a useful concept that describes how much resources a behavior costs. A new habit usually requires more attention and decision-making, and over time can become more automatic with repetition, cues, and rewards. The lower the entry barrier and the more stable the context, the easier it is to maintain operation.

Reduce the first step of the habit to a two-minute version and combine it with a constant stimulus, e.g. "after brushing my teeth, I do 2 minutes of stretching."