Alexandra's challenge
Alexandra chose to do intermittent fasting. The first few days were challenging. She had to retrain her eating
patterns and resist the urge to snack throughout the day, plus the fact that our game started in December,
right before the holidays, and it was more complex and restrictive for her not to eat after certain hours during
the holidays, parties, and visits.
This made her the best payer in the game because she paid the most penalties.
As the weeks passed, she began to notice changes. She retrained her eating patterns, reducing unhealthy
snacking, her energy increased, her cravings decreased, and fasting became a lifestyle.
Three months into her journey, Alexandra stepped on the scale and couldn't believe her eyes. She had lost a
remarkable 3 kilos! But what was even more impressive was how she felt. Alexandra had newfound confidence and energy.
Her clothes fit better, and her overall well-being had improved significantly.
Regarding how The Habit Game helped her, Alexandra explained that it was pretty simple: “First of all,
I managed to make a routine of not eating after 6 or 8 in the evening and taking care to have long enough breaks
between meals. It was not a very big effort”.
The group support was crucial for her success because knowing that she would have to pay a penalty if she
didn't stick to her habit encouraged her to stay on track and motivate others in the group to do the same.
Daria's challenge
Daria chose to “take a walk” for an hour every day. The first few days were tough. Daria had to reorganize
her daily routine, plan her walks, and muster up the motivation to leave the comfort of her home every day.
It sometimes felt like an uphill battle, but she was determined to see it through.
As she took those first steps, Daria felt disconnected from herself. She realized how long it had been since
she had paid attention to her body and mind. But with each passing day, something magical began to happen. Her
daily walks evolved from a daunting task into a cherished ritual.
Daria explored her neighborhood, taking different routes each day. She discovered hidden alleys, beautiful
gardens, and a nearby park she had never truly appreciated. What once seemed like vast distances became manageable,
and she marveled at the newfound sense of connection to her surroundings. She felt more grounded, focused, and
joyful throughout the day. The clarity she gained during her walks inspired her to make several bold decisions
she had contemplated for years.
"This program helped me to relax first of all," Daria reflected, "and become more and more aware of myself and my body.
Apart from that, I made a very strong friendship during the walks with one of my colleagues when I accepted the challenge.
It even determined me to start running, a dream I'd had for a long time. It only did me good for a long time."
Daria's journey of self-discovery and well-being had begun with a simple decision to take a walk, but it had
led her to a brighter, more balanced, and joyful chapter of her life.
Ramona's challenge
Ramona's choice to disconnect from digital devices every evening after 8:00 p.m. for an entire month was a
commitment with its fair share of challenges.
With her phone, laptop, TV, and other gadgets off-limits, she occasionally slipped and sought Alexandra's
permission to enjoy some music on the turntable.
Yet, as the days went by, a growing sense of relief and liberation began to settle in, overshadowing the
initial difficulty of adjusting to this new routine.
In the second month, when Ramona altered the challenge to focus on "taking a walk," it brought a palpable
sense of relief. It marked a shift from the feeling of being constrained and restricted.
Ramona expressed her thoughts on the transformation, saying, "The benefits of distancing myself from technology
were truly immeasurable. It gave me time for introspection and contemplation, shielding me from the constant
barrage of opinions on social media and freeing me from the time-wasting habits associated with endless device
usage. It was an opportunity to simply enjoy my own company.
This experience was so transformative that I intend to continue experimenting with it in the future.
This challenge represented not just a break from technology but also a purification process, a journey of
self-discovery, and a powerful means of reducing stress while spending more time with myself and the things
that bring me joy."
