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Why It’s Okay to Miss a Habit Sometimes
This week, I set out to ask for client reviews—but life had other plans. I was sick, and instead of pushing through, I focused on client work and taking care of myself. And honestly, that was the right call.
What Worked Well
What worked this week wasn’t the habit—it was the grace I gave myself for not following through. I prioritized what mattered most: my health and my clients. Even though I didn’t complete the task I planned, I avoided burnout and kept my business running smoothly.
Challenges: Getting Thrown Off by Illness
Getting sick always throws a wrench in my workflow. When I’m not feeling well, habits—even small ones—fall to the side. That’s okay. The challenge this week was accepting that skipping a habit doesn’t mean failure.
A Surprising Benefit: Reframing Success
The real takeaway from this week was recognizing that consistency includes recovery. I didn’t abandon the habit—I just postponed it. I even made a small commitment to ask for one review next week to keep the momentum going.
Tools & Resources That Helped
None this week—I kept things simple and focused only on what absolutely needed attention.
Lessons Learned
We’re human. Sometimes the best habit we can practice is self-compassion. I learned that it’s okay to skip a task when you’re not at your best. Taking care of yourself is just as important as taking care of your business.
Moving Forward
I’ll ask for one client review next week to make up for this one. More importantly, I’ll keep reminding myself that missing a habit doesn’t cancel the progress I’ve made—it’s just part of the process.
How You Can Implement This Habit
If you miss a week, don’t stress. Just pick one small step to get back on track. For asking for reviews, that might mean sending one follow-up email to a recent client. Keep it simple, and remember: progress over perfection.
about the author
Cami MacNamara is a web designer and owner of WebCami LLC, a Seattle-based agency since 2002. She created Web Designer Habits to help web designers build smarter systems, stay productive, and run a business that works for them.