# I am looking for the same template like this

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**Created:** [December 20, 2025, 10:18am UTC](https://onehack.st/t/i-am-looking-for-the-same-template-like-this/315039 "2025-12-20T10:18:17Z")\
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**Author:** ![Alex6](https://onehack.st/user_avatar/onehack.st/alex6/32/154413_2.png) [@Alex6](https://onehack.st/u/Alex6)\
**Post date:** [December 20, 2025, 10:18am UTC](https://onehack.st/t/i-am-looking-for-the-same-template-like-this/315039/1 "2025-12-20T10:18:17Z")

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> **[Habit Tracker for Google Sheets & Excel](https://theascendhabits.com/products/habit-tracker-for-google-sheets-excel)**
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> Ascend Habits

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**Author:** ![Wara\_Massa](https://onehack.st/user_avatar/onehack.st/wara_massa/32/37895_2.png) [@Wara\_Massa](https://onehack.st/u/Wara_Massa)\
**Post date:** [December 20, 2025, 11:11am UTC](https://onehack.st/t/i-am-looking-for-the-same-template-like-this/315039/2 "2025-12-20T11:11:09Z")

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Hi,

It’s free , why don’t you just download it.

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**Author:** ![torsku](https://onehack.st/user_avatar/onehack.st/torsku/32/150336_2.png) [@torsku](https://onehack.st/u/torsku)\
**Post date:** [December 20, 2025, 3:53pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/i-am-looking-for-the-same-template-like-this/315039/3 "2025-12-20T15:53:40Z")

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“It’s free”:

 ![imagen](https://onehack.st/uploads/default/original/3X/7/e/7edaf7e55ca05098cd4fb6ae60ca2e2b32a380e1.png)

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**Author:** ![Adam266](https://onehack.st/user_avatar/onehack.st/adam266/32/166010_2.png) [@Adam266](https://onehack.st/u/Adam266)\
**Post date:** [December 20, 2025, 5:14pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/i-am-looking-for-the-same-template-like-this/315039/4 "2025-12-20T17:14:30Z")

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check this one out [https://youexec.com/resources/habit-tracker-spreadsheet-in-microsoft-excel-or-google-sheets](https://youexec.com/resources/habit-tracker-spreadsheet-in-microsoft-excel-or-google-sheets)

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**Author:** ![Prometheus](https://onehack.st/user_avatar/onehack.st/prometheus/32/34950_2.png) [@Prometheus](https://onehack.st/u/Prometheus)\
**Post date:** [January 31, 2026, 3:27pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/i-am-looking-for-the-same-template-like-this/315039/5 "2026-01-31T15:27:45Z")

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# 60 Free Habit Trackers That Make Ascend Habits Look Like a Scam

_Every free template, app, and spreadsheet the internet tried to hide from you — ranked, roasted, and ready to steal._

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> 🗺 **Your Loot:** 60 habit trackers that cost $0, outperform the $29 garbage, and include AI insights the paid ones don’t even have.

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**Why This Actually Matters:**

You were about to pay real money for a glorified Google Sheet. In 2026. While the entire internet already built better versions for free.

These templates have Gemini AI insights, RPG gamification, auto-streak counting, and international designs most English speakers will never discover.

The productivity industry is literally selling you back what volunteers already made. Here’s the cheat code.

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✅ Skip Ascend Habits’ $29 paywall — identical or better features, $0  
✅ AI-powered tracking with Gemini insights and auto-generated reports  
✅ Gamified RPG systems with XP, gold, quests, and penalties  
✅ International gems from Japan, Germany, Russia, Spain, Switzerland  
✅ Every platform covered: Sheets, Excel, Notion, Obsidian, Coda, Airtable, Tana  
✅ Open-source options you actually own and can customize forever  
✅ Methodology-specific builds for Atomic Habits, 66-Day Challenge, Jim Collins

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**Grab the one that fits. Stop overthinking. Start tracking.**

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> **🏆 TIER 1: Best-in-Class (These Actually Beat Ascend Habits)**
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> | Name | Platform | Stars | Features | Link |
> | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
> | Discipline Tracker | Google Sheets | ⭐ 5 | Gemini AI daily insights, Apps Script automation, Google Fit + Tasks sync, XP gamification, weekly email reports | [GitHub](https://github.com/yashbhangale/discipline-tracker) |
> | 2000-Day QS Spreadsheet | Google Sheets | — | 5+ years real tracked data, weighted scoring system, “superhero day” calculations, Quantified Self community legend | [Google Sheets](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1k-zl-Ya4OAU7Lp8DsPGy7mSJVCeXSPqK673Wiq8ndt8/) |
> | Atomic Habits Worksheets | PDF | ⭐ 0 (hidden gem) | 8 printable worksheets, James Clear’s Four Laws framework, Habit Scorecard, Temptation Bundling template | [GitHub](https://github.com/coraljellyfish/atomic-habits-worksheets) |
> | InfoInspired Tracker | Google Sheets | — | 8 array formulas, auto-streak counting, today’s column auto-highlight, high-score highlighting, smiley goal indicators | [Template](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/16IveTGkZNXL4xSc5iD7upEunX1yA9IWOkd4jJ_H0rvQ/template/preview) |
> | Habo | iOS + Android | ⭐ 800+ | Open source (xpavle00/Habo), numeric tracking, biometric lock, Material You themes, fully offline, no ads ever | [habo.space](https://habo.space/) |

> **🧪 TIER 2: Niche Forum & Quantified Self Finds**
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> | Name | Source | What Makes It Special | Link |
> | --- | --- | --- | --- |
> | RPG Habit Tracker | Hacker News | XP points, gold currency, daily quests, penalty system — creator used it 8+ months straight | [HN Thread](https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46431684) |
> | Guilt-Free Momentum | Hacker News | Psychological innovation: broken streak doesn’t destroy progress, recovery mechanics built-in | [HN Thread](https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=38176453) |
> | LessWrong Time Tracker | LessWrong | VBA macros (Ctrl+D / Ctrl+T shortcuts), running averages, sleep/activity analysis, rationalist optimization focus | [LessWrong](https://www.lesswrong.com/posts/v6Livv82vKyT78EEd/) |
> | Flow Dashboard | Quantified Self Forum | Open source habit + journal tracker, GitHub commit integration, extensible JSON data model | [GitHub](https://github.com/onejgordon/flow-dashboard) |
> | [BetterSelf.io](http://BetterSelf.io) | Quantified Self Forum | Free supplement/habit tracking, RescueTime + Fitbit integration, correlation analysis (habits ↔ productivity) | [betterself.io](https://betterself.io) |
> | Beeminder Obsidian Plugin | Beeminder Forum | Community-built integration for commitment-device habit tracking inside Obsidian | [Forum Thread](https://forum.beeminder.com/t/obsidian-plugin-for-beeminder/11748) |

> **💻 TIER 3: GitHub / Open Source Deep Cuts**
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> | Name | Tech | Stars | Features | Link |
> | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
> | Habit Tracker GSheets | Google Sheets | ⭐ 8 | Direct .xlsx download, sparkline charts, yearly completion percentages, checkbox tracking | [GitHub](https://github.com/omkarpawar1430/Habit-Tracker-in-Google-Sheets) |
> | Track Habits | Sheets + R | ⭐ 14 | Automated weekly reports via cron job, ggplot2 visualizations, MIT license | [GitHub](https://github.com/dodger487/track_habits) + [Blog Tutorial](http://www.relevantmisc.com/r/2017/02/26/habits-r/) |
> | Notion Habit Tracker | Notion + Python | ⭐ 60 | Auto daily page creation, ChartBase analytics integration, star rating graphs | [GitHub](https://github.com/ashleymavericks/notion-habit-tracker) |
> | Habitly | Vue + Django | ⭐ — | Self-hostable web app, habit stacking implementation, implementation intentions support | [GitHub](https://github.com/0xAliRaza/habitly) |
> | Loop Habit Tracker | Android | ⭐ 7.5k+ | Advanced “Habit Score” algorithm, flexible schedules, GPLv3, zero ads, most-starred FOSS habit app | [GitHub](https://github.com/iSoron/uhabits) + [F-Droid](https://f-droid.org/en/packages/org.isoron.uhabits/) |
> | Five Habit Tracker | HTML + JS | — | Browser-based, LocalStorage persistence, custom colors per habit, month navigation | [GitHub Gist](https://gist.github.com/e1blue/c48187264052e18e009fe76ac92046c9) |

> **💬 TIER 4: Reddit Deep Threads (Actual Downloads)**
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> | Name | Source | What’s Inside | Link |
> | --- | --- | --- | --- |
> | r/productivity Template | Reddit | Weekly + monthly views, color-coded weeks, frequency column, referenced by Silk+Sonder | [Google Sheets](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/16d7kp332pk0PzQf-kXrNEVdOYMwlQM6AnxxYaN3k2zs/) |
> | EllieGons Notion | Reddit (u/EllieGons) | Most aesthetically pleasing Notion template, affirmations section, Thomas Frank inspired | [Notion](https://www.notion.so/Habits-Template-6b08b5491f40436faf7f8e1acbb6c5b5) |
> | Analytical Habit Tracker | Reddit | Kanban board organized by month, monthly rating system, Red Gregory derivative | [Notion](https://ljlad.notion.site/Analytical-Template-Habit-Tracker-4d2d587c2a61490691dfa9507cf6c457) |
> | 2020 HN Template | Hacker News #21934889 | 31-day grid layout, pairs perfectly with Loop app CSV export | [Google Sheets](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pGGjaMCYppJ6VWtxVBY40j6-6X299AGDufVqRtl-fQk/) |

> **🌍 TIER 5: International Hidden Gems**
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> | Name | Language | Why It’s Worth It | Link |
> | --- | --- | --- | --- |
> | Heysho Template | 🇯🇵 Japanese | Traditional ○ marking system, instant copy button, minimal 31-day columns | [Google Sheets](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ebnDKTnlyGZSx0uai6l1GKgrGBKOlVIzy-22h1VNSC0/copy) |
> | Racca Techo Tracker | 🇯🇵 Japanese | A5/A4 PDFs, GoodNotes compatible, designed for Japanese 手帳 (techo) planner culture | [racca-works.com](https://racca-works.com/habit_tracker/) |
> | 21-Day Challenge | 🇯🇵 Japanese | Google Sheets, “小さな一歩” (small steps) philosophy, beginner-friendly | [note.com](https://note.com/team_mirai_z/n/n879125977457) |
> | Swiss Notion Tracker | 🇨🇭 German | Notion Certified creator, “Name fair price” model = enter 0 for free, effortless tracking emphasis | [notioneers.ch](https://notioneers.ch/template/gewohnheits-tracker) |
> | Briefvorlagen | 🇨🇭 Swiss German | 4 minimalist PDF designs, trusted by Swiss federal administration | [briefvorlagen.ch](https://briefvorlagen.ch/habit-tracker/) |
> | Jens Boje Tracker | 🇩🇪 German | Color psychology approach: happy colors for wins, disliked colors for failures | [jensboje.de](https://jensboje.de/habittracker/) |
> | ThinkerTools | 🇩🇪 German | Minimalist philosophy, 3-column limit to prevent overwhelm | [thinkertools.de](https://thinkertools.de/habit-tracker/) |
> | SingularityApp | 🇷🇺 Russian | ZIP download with week/21-day/month PDFs, includes “2-day rule” methodology | [singularity-app.ru](https://singularity-app.ru/blog/treker-privychek-shablon/) |
> | NotionBox Russia | 🇷🇺 Russian | Calendar + table views, weekly/monthly/yearly progress bars, 2024 templates | [notionbox.ru](https://notionbox.ru/minimalistichnyj-shablon-trekera-privychek-v-notion/) |
> | StudyWithArt | 🇪🇸 Spanish | Categories (Relaciones, Bienestar, Salud), aesthetic design, 4.7/5 community rating | [studywithart.com](https://studywithart.com/gratis-plantilla-de-habit-tracker-en-excel-para-descargar/) |
> | Novatecs Academy | 🇪🇸 Spanish | Excel with KPI-style dashboard, line graphs, automatic progress indicators | [novatecscourses.com](https://novatecscourses.com/plantilla-tracking-habitos-personales-gratis/) |

> **🛠️ TIER 6: Platform-Specific Community Templates**
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> | Platform | Name | Features | Link |
> | --- | --- | --- | --- |
> | Coda | Daily Habits Tracker | Automated 6AM row creation, 8PM notification triggers, conditional formatting (green/red) | [Coda](https://coda.io/@rohit-chouhan/daily-habits-tracker) |
> | Coda | OfficeNinjas Tracker | Professional 3-view system, monthly overview dashboard | [Coda](https://coda.io/@nancychensalgado/daily-habit-tracker-by-officeninjas) |
> | Tana | Official Template | One-click daily note logging, Supertag system, “Feeling Log” scale (Effortless → Struggle) | [Tana](https://tana.inc/templates/habit-tracker) |
> | Airtable | Huberman Goal Tracker | Andrew Huberman protocol-based, random rewards system (coin flip motivation hack) | [simonesmerilli.com](https://www.simonesmerilli.com/life/goal-setting-airtable) |
> | Obsidian | Habit Tracker Plugin | Month view visualization, emoji punch records (💮⚽🏆), code block syntax | [GitHub](https://github.com/duoani/obsidian-habit-tracker) |
> | Obsidian | Tracker Plugin | Streak templates (maxStreak, currentStreak variables), line charts, tag-based tracking | [GitHub](https://github.com/pyrochlore/obsidian-tracker) + [Examples](https://github.com/pyrochlore/obsidian-tracker/blob/master/examples/HabitTracker.md) |

> **📐 TIER 7: Methodology-Specific Implementations**
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> | Method | What It Is | Format | Link |
> | --- | --- | --- | --- |
> | Official Habits Scorecard | Rate existing habits +/-/= for awareness before attempting change | PDF | [James Clear](https://s3.amazonaws.com/jamesclear/Atomic+Habits/The+Habits+Scorecard.pdf) |
> | Official Habit Stack | “After [CURRENT HABIT], I will [NEW HABIT]” formula template | PDF | [James Clear](https://s3.amazonaws.com/jamesclear/Atomic+Habits/Habit+Stack.pdf) |
> | 66-Day Challenge Tracker | Based on Phillippa Lally research, halfway marker, completion celebration section | PDF | [SmartPokerStudy](https://www.smartpokerstudy.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/66-Day-Challenge-Tracker.pdf) |
> | 23-Page Atomic Workbook | Full workbook: Habit Scorecard, stacking quiz, quit-specific cheat sheets | Web + PDF | [101planners.com](https://www.101planners.com/atomic-habits/) |
> | Visual Cheat Sheet | GoodNotes compatible, Goals + Current Inventory + Weekly Progress sheets | PDF + PNG | [routinery.app](https://www.routinery.app/blog/atomic-habits-cheat-sheet-pdf) |

> **🎮 TIER 8: Indie Apps (100% Free, Zero Paywalls)**
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> | Name | Why Free | Features | Link |
> | --- | --- | --- | --- |
> | Mirror | Indie passion project | 100% free, offline-first, “habit personas” feature, #4 Product of the Day on Product Hunt | [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pradiv.habitduo) + [IndieHackers Story](https://www.indiehackers.com/post/why-i-built-mirror-a-habit-tracker-that-actually-motivates-you-4-product-of-the-day-in-product-hunt-1mfxB7QCjV854efegHKF) |
> | HabitKit | Freemium (4 free) | GitHub-style contribution grid, JSON export, built-in-public journey to $15k MRR | [habitkit.app](https://habitkit.app) + [Product Hunt](https://www.producthunt.com/products/habitkit-habit-tracker) + [IndieHackers](https://www.indiehackers.com/post/how-building-in-public-got-my-habit-tracking-mobile-app-to-15k-mo-DCOYyF9O14dBnuGkkaQR) |
> | Habicy | Fully free | Social habit tracker, science-backed methodology, share progress with friends | [Product Hunt](https://producthunt.com/posts/habicy) |
> | StreakBoost | Fully free | Unlimited habits, heat map visualizations, SMART goals integration, cross-device sync | [Product Hunt](https://www.producthunt.com/products/streakboost) |
> | Zapier Template | No-code tier | Habit tracker interface, integrates with 8,000+ apps via automations | [Zapier](https://zapier.com/templates/daily-habit-tracker) |

> **📝 TIER 9: Practitioner Blogs (Real Humans, Battle-Tested Systems)**
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> | Creator | What They Built | Why It’s Legit | Link |
> | --- | --- | --- | --- |
> | Pat Strickler | Google Forms + Data Studio | Real-time visual dashboard, Atomic Habits methodology baked in | [Medium](https://patstrickler.medium.com/how-to-setup-a-custom-habit-tracking-dashboard-using-google-forms-and-google-data-studio-8d2f1cf9c33b) |
> | Benedict Then | Gamified Tracker Suite | Data analyst’s 4-template system: Overview, Habit, Trend, Study + performance charts | [Medium](https://medium.com/@benedictthen/life-as-a-game-part-2-introducing-your-ultimate-habit-tracker-tool-47546dbd8ae0) |
> | Jim Collins Method | Creative Hours Tracker | 1,000 creative hours goal tracking, 256+ days documented real use | [IndieHackers](https://www.indiehackers.com/post/how-to-balance-creative-work-vs-inspiration-jim-collins-s-simple-life-tracking-spreadsheet-8274b1a6d1) |
> | Mark WK | Airtable Goal System | Intentions vs. pursuits separation, time period tracking, fully customizable | [markwk.com](http://www.markwk.com/goal-tracking-with-airtable.html) |
> | Michael Karpeles | Quantified Self Legend | 45,000+ pushups tracked over years, Benjamin Franklin virtue table inspiration | [mek.fyi](https://mek.fyi/posts/in-defense-of-quantified-self) |
> | Nir Eyal | Hooked Author’s Template | 50+ habit ideas tab included, domain categorization system | [nirandfar.com](https://www.nirandfar.com/habit-tracker/) |
> | Dani Bruflodt | 6th Edition Tracker | 12-month auto-populating, “central command station” settings tab, monthly accountability group included | [Substack](https://thymeishoney.substack.com/p/habit-tracker) |

> **🔧 TIER 10: DIY Tutorials (Build Your Own)**
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> | Source | What You Learn | Skill Level | Link |
> | --- | --- | --- | --- |
> | Spreadsheet Wiz | Jump-to-week navigation, habit selection filtering, checkbox AND typing versions | Intermediate | [thespreadsheetwiz.com](https://thespreadsheetwiz.com/habit-tracker-spreadsheet/) |
> | Quadratic | Heatmap visualization, success rate tracking, auto-updating analytics | Beginner | [quadratichq.com](https://www.quadratichq.com/templates/habit-tracker-template) |
> | InfoInspired | BYROW, BYCOL, LET array formulas, drop-down month selector | Advanced | [infoinspired.com](https://infoinspired.com/google-docs/spreadsheet/create-a-habit-tracker-in-google-sheets-step-by-step-guide/) |
> | Official Google Blog | Smart chips, calendar event integration, Duet AI table generation | Beginner | [blog.google](https://blog.google/products/workspace/google-sheets-habit-tracker/) |
> | The Bricks | AI-assisted building with SPARKLINE progress bars, ChatGPT/Gemini formula generation | Beginner | [thebricks.com](https://www.thebricks.com/resources/guide-how-to-make-a-habit-tracker-in-google-sheets) |

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## 🎯 Quick Pick Cheat Sheet

**“Just tell me which one to grab”** — fine, here:

| Your Situation | Best Pick | Link |
| --- | --- | --- |
| I want AI doing the work | Discipline Tracker (Gemini AI insights) | [GitHub](https://github.com/yashbhangale/discipline-tracker) |
| I want it to feel like a game | RPG Habit Tracker (XP, gold, quests) | [Hacker News](https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=46431684) |
| I live in Notion | Notion Habit Tracker (auto-everything) | [GitHub](https://github.com/ashleymavericks/notion-habit-tracker) |
| I live in Obsidian | Tracker Plugin (streak charts, tags) | [GitHub](https://github.com/pyrochlore/obsidian-tracker) |
| I want mobile only | Loop Habit Tracker (7.5k stars, no ads) | [F-Droid](https://f-droid.org/en/packages/org.isoron.uhabits/) |
| I want printable PDFs | Atomic Habits Worksheets (8 sheets) | [GitHub](https://github.com/coraljellyfish/atomic-habits-worksheets) |
| I want social accountability | Habicy (share with friends) | [Product Hunt](https://producthunt.com/posts/habicy) |
| I want zero setup | Habo (install → done) | [habo.space](https://habo.space/) |
| I want the prettiest one | EllieGons Notion (aesthetic af) | [Notion](https://www.notion.so/Habits-Template-6b08b5491f40436faf7f8e1acbb6c5b5) |
| I want data nerd level | 2000-Day QS Spreadsheet (5+ years of real tracking) | [Google Sheets](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1k-zl-Ya4OAU7Lp8DsPGy7mSJVCeXSPqK673Wiq8ndt8/) |

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## 🧠 The 30-Second Decision Tree

```auto
Do you want an app or spreadsheet?
├── APP → Loop Habit Tracker (Android) or Habo (iOS/Android)
└── SPREADSHEET
    ├── Want AI? → Discipline Tracker
    ├── Want gamification? → RPG Tracker (HN)
    ├── Want minimalism? → InfoInspired Template
    └── Want maximum data? → 2000-Day QS Spreadsheet

```

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**Stop paying for spreadsheets. It’s 2026.**

The entire productivity-industrial complex is repackaging what volunteers already built — and somehow convinced you it’s worth $29.

Now you have 60 options. Pick one. Track your damn habits. Become 3% better at existing.

Or screenshot this list, save it “for later,” and never open it again. We both know how this ends.

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**Author:** ![Emanuel\_Branson](https://onehack.st/user_avatar/onehack.st/emanuel_branson/32/178452_2.png) [@Emanuel\_Branson](https://onehack.st/u/Emanuel_Branson)\
**Post date:** [January 31, 2026, 3:42pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/i-am-looking-for-the-same-template-like-this/315039/6 "2026-01-31T15:42:02Z")

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This is legendary share @Prometheus much appreciated.

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**Author:** ![Bob.Smit](https://onehack.st/user_avatar/onehack.st/bob.smit/32/161700_2.png) [@Bob.Smit](https://onehack.st/u/Bob.Smit)\
**Post date:** [January 31, 2026, 3:53pm UTC](https://onehack.st/t/i-am-looking-for-the-same-template-like-this/315039/7 "2026-01-31T15:53:55Z")

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Awesome post.
