About TheHabitShift
What We Are
TheHabitShift is an independent educational resource dedicated to examining the science of daily habits and their relationship to body physiology. We explore how consistent, repeated behaviours influence biological systems and contribute to physiological adaptation.
Our mission is to provide clear, evidence-based information about habit formation and physiological mechanisms without commercial bias, medical claims, or prescriptive direction. We believe understanding the science supports informed decision-making within the context of individual circumstances.
What We Are Not
TheHabitShift is explicitly not:
Not a Medical Service
We do not provide medical advice, diagnose conditions, prescribe treatments, or offer medical services. Professional healthcare requires qualified practitioners.
Not a Commercial Platform
We do not sell products, services, programmes, or methodologies. We are not a marketplace, consultation service, or subscription platform.
Not a Decision-Maker
We describe science but do not advise on personal choices. Your decisions remain yours, shaped by your individual circumstances and professional guidance.
Not a Guarantee
We do not promise specific outcomes or results. Individual responses vary substantially based on genetics, health, age, and life context.
Our Approach
Descriptive, Not Prescriptive: We explain how biological systems work, not what you should do. Understanding mechanisms differs from receiving recommendations.
Evidence-Based: Our content reflects scientific understanding, while acknowledging that science evolves and individual variation is substantial.
Transparent About Limitations: We clearly state what is individual variation, what applies at population level, and where knowledge is incomplete.
Independent: We have no commercial interests, no affiliated products, and no financial incentives tied to your choices. We are solely an educational resource.
Content Structure
TheHabitShift explores habit science through multiple formats:
- Educational Articles: In-depth explanations of neurophysiological, metabolic, and behavioural mechanisms related to habit formation.
- Physiological Context: How daily routines influence energy systems, hormone cycles, and body composition at the biological level.
- Research Overview: Synthesis of scientific findings about habit formation, consistency, and physiological adaptation.
- Policy Documentation: Clear statements of what we do and do not do regarding data, privacy, and legal standards.
Who Should Use This Site
TheHabitShift serves people interested in understanding:
- How habit loops form and strengthen neurologically
- The physiological response to consistent daily patterns
- Mechanisms by which routine changes influence body function
- Scientific basis of behavioural adaptation and habit persistence
- General information about lifestyle, routines, and physiology
Who Should NOT Use This Site As Their Primary Source
You should seek professional guidance if you:
- Have health concerns or medical conditions
- Are considering significant lifestyle changes
- Take medications or supplements
- Have mental health considerations
- Need personalised health recommendations
- Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or in specific life stages
- Want advice tailored to your unique circumstances
Our Commitment to You
We commit to:
- Clear, honest communication about what we are and are not
- Evidence-based content reflecting current scientific understanding
- Transparent acknowledgement of limitations and variation
- Protection of your privacy through minimal data collection
- No commercial interests or hidden agendas
- Respect for individual circumstances and decision-making autonomy
Contact Us
For questions about TheHabitShift or to provide feedback:
TheHabitShift
72 Sycamore Drive
Glasgow G44 3RF
United Kingdom
+44 141 637 8219
[email protected]