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Why Sharing Your Progress Can Help You Break Bad Habits Faster

June 11, 2025
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Why Sharing Your Progress Can Help You Break Bad Habits Faster

Why Sharing Your Progress Can Help You Break Bad Habits Faster

Breaking a habit is hard β€” and doing it alone can feel even harder. Whether it's nail-biting during Zoom calls, skin-picking while studying, or unconscious face-touching during deep work sessions, these small compulsions often happen in isolation. But what if you could bring a bit of your support network into the process β€” without needing a therapist or weekly accountability check-ins?

That's exactly why we built the new "Share Progress" feature in "Leave Your Face Alone (LYFA)".

πŸ“’ What is LYFA's Progress Sharing?

Our latest feature lets you easily share your personal progress β€” like reduced face-touching alerts or streak days β€” with your friends, family, or accountability partner. With just one click, you can generate a private link to show others how far you've come.

It's designed to boost your motivation, encourage positive reinforcement, and (let's be honest) add just a touch of social pressure β€” which can work wonders when you're tempted to slide back into old habits.

πŸ‘₯ Why Social Pressure Actually Works

Psychologists call it "social accountability" β€” the idea that we're more likely to stick with behavior change when others know we're trying. It turns out we care a lot about how we're perceived. When you know your best friend or partner might check in on your progress, you're more likely to stay on track.

And that's not a bad thing. It's not about guilt β€” it's about support. Sharing your progress gives your people a chance to cheer you on, notice your wins, and maybe even join the journey themselves.

πŸ’‘ How to Use It

Sharing your LYFA progress is easy:

  1. Open the LYFA web app.
  2. Go to your progress dashboard.
  3. Click "Share" to generate a private link.
  4. Send it to your friends, family, or accountability group.

You control who sees it and for how long. And it only shares habit statistics β€” never any webcam data or private visuals, of course.

✨ Real Change, Together

Bad habits often thrive in secrecy. With LYFA's progress sharing, you flip the script β€” you turn habit-breaking into something visible, proud, and even social.

So if you've been quietly working on breaking a long-standing habit… maybe it's time to make it a team effort.


Get started with LYFA today and take the first step toward healthier habits and happier hands.

Disclaimer: The information in this article is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical or psychological advice. If you're experiencing severe emotional distress or other significant issues, please consult a qualified healthcare provider. LYFA is intended as a supportive tool, not as a replacement for professional therapy.

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