Grammar › N3 · 06 Purpose, decisions and verb endings
〜ようにしている: make an effort to; try to (habitually)
N3 · 06 Purpose, decisions and verb endings
Says you are trying to keep up a good habit.
Verb dictionary or ない-form + ようにしている. It is a continuing effort, not a strict rule. Compare ことにしている, which is a firm rule. Often for health or manners.
Examples
毎日野菜を食べるようにしている。
I try to eat vegetables every day.
人の話を最後まで聞くようにしています。
I try to listen to people until they finish speaking.