Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones

The more attractive an opportunity is, the more likely it is to become habit-forming

Temptation bundling works by linking an action you want to do with an action you need to do.

It’s easier to avoid temptation than resist it.

One of the most practical ways to eliminate a bad habit is to reduce exposure to the cue that causes it.

If you can’t seem to get any work done, leave your phone in another room for a few hours.

If you’re continually feeling like you’re not enough, stop following social media accounts that trigger jealousy and envy.

If you’re wasting too much time watching television, move the TV out of the bedroom.

If you’re spending too much money on electronics, quit reading reviews of the latest tech gear.

If you’re playing too many video games, unplug the console and put it in a closet after each use.

When you can’t manage to get to an entirely new environment, redefine or rearrange your current one. Create a separate space for work, study, exercise, entertainment, and cooking. The mantra I find useful is “One space, one use.”

Our behavior is not defined by the objects in the environment but by our relationship to them.

habits can be easier to change in a new environment. It helps to escape the subtle triggers and cues that nudge you toward your current habits.

a small change in what you see can lead to a big shift in what you do

visual cues are the greatest catalyst of our behavior

Your habits change depending on the room you are in and the cues in front of you