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This is the space where I share real, honest and encouraging notes each week to help you reset, reflect and take one step forward.

Each short post explores practical ways to stay active through daily steps, build consistent health habits and improve how you eat without constantly starting over.

Whether it’s a reflection, a personal story or a practical idea, this is your weekly boost for real-life progress.

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How to Build Healthy Habits That Actually Stick

How to Build Healthy Habits That Actually Stickby: Jacqueline PerretPublished on: 15/10/2026

When we decide to get healthier, it's tempting to change everything at once. A personal walking story and a lesson from coaching show why choosing one behaviour and practising it consistently can be more effective.

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How to Build Healthy Habits That Actually Stick

How to Know If You're Making Progress When the Scales Aren't Moving

How to Know If You're Making Progress When the Scales Aren't Movingby: Jacqueline PerretPublished on: 07/10/2026

Not seeing the progress you expected on the scales? Learn which everyday behaviours show you're moving in the right direction and why consistency comes before results.

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How to Know If You're Making Progress When the Scales Aren't Moving

How to Build Healthy Habits Before the New Year

How to Build Healthy Habits Before the New Yearby: Jacqueline PerretPublished on: 01/10/2026

Don't wait until January to get active. Discover how starting small now gives you three months to build healthy habits and routines you can already be doing by the New Year.

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How to Build Healthy Habits Before the New Year

How Many Steps a Day Can Make a Difference?

How Many Steps a Day Can Make a Difference?by: Jacqueline PerretPublished on: 31/08/2026

Small increases in daily steps can add up to hundreds of thousands of extra steps over a year. Real results from women who increased their walking, plus why tracking and consistency matter.

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How Many Steps a Day Can Make a Difference?

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