1 Minute Habit · #135
1 Minute Habit for May 15
Write a short letter to your future self
Why This Habit Helps
Reflecting on your current thoughts and hopes helps clarify your goals and foster gratitude.
Writing to your future self creates a tangible connection with your aspirations.
What You’ll Do in 1 Minute
- Promotes long-term thinking.
- Encourages self-reflection.
- Strengthens emotional awareness.
Quick Overview
Writing a letter to your future self can be incredibly grounding. It reminds you of what matters most to you today.
You'll gain perspective — and when you eventually read it, you'll see how much you've grown.
What the Research Says
How to Get Started
- Write a few sentences about your hopes, dreams, or encouragements.
- Start with a greeting like 'Dear future me...'
- Set a reminder to read it 6 months or 1 year later!
How to Adapt This Habit
If you’re a busy professional
Write a quick letter about a professional goal you want to achieve.
If you’re a parent
Write a letter imagining your family’s growth and your hopes for them.
If you’re a student or learner
Write about what you hope to learn or accomplish in the next school year.
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I wrote a short letter to myself about staying patient through tough times. Reading it six months later made me cry — I had forgotten how strong I was becoming.
— Amelia
