How to Create a Good Habit

We are less likely to repeat a bad habit if it is painful or unsatisfying. An accountability partner can create an immediate cost to inaction. Make the cues of good habits obvious and visible. Join a culture where your desired behavior is the normal behavior. Do something you enjoy immediately before a difficult habit. Downscaling your habits until they can be done in two minutes or less. Master the decisive moment. Optimize the small choices that deliver outsized impact. Set yourself free with our book graphic.