Design Matters with Debbie Millman Best of Design Matters: James Clear
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Jan 29, 2024 
Author James Clear, known for his book 'Atomic Habits', shares insights on breaking bad habits and forming good ones. They discuss childhood adventures, creating a major in biomechanics, the power of therapy, and the importance of sharing information and practicing ideas. The chapter on building habits for sustainable change emphasizes starting small and shaping our identity through intentional choices. They also discuss personal experiences of overcoming fear of judgment to continue creating.
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Read to Fuel Writing
- When lacking writing ideas, stop to read and absorb great work instead of pushing harder to write.
- Reading refills creative energy and often sparks new ideas and writing inspiration.
Habits Tied to Context
- Habits are automatic behaviors tied to specific contexts or environments.
- Environmental triggers shape habits, making them easier when consistent context cues are present.
Leverage Bad Habits' Strengths
- People often fail habits by starting too big and overlooking convenience and immediate rewards.
- Bad habits endure because they are easy, visible, and rewarding; replicate those traits for good habits.