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The Art of Manliness

Episode #61: The Power Of Habit With Charles Duhigg

Apr 4, 2014
Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Charles Duhigg discusses habit formation and changing bad habits. They explore the habit loop, neuroscience behind habits, and ways to transform habits for better behaviors. The conversation also includes examples of manipulating habits in real-life situations and book recommendations.
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Quick takeaways

  • Cues trigger behaviors, routines are the actions, and rewards reinforce habits, shaping the habit loop.
  • Belief is crucial for habit change; believing in oneself or a higher power enhances long-term behavior transformation.

Deep dives

Understanding the Habit Loop for Transforming Habits

The podcast episode delves into the habit loop concept discussed in Charles Duhigg's book, 'The Power of Habit.' It explains how cues trigger behaviors, routines are the actions themselves, and rewards reinforce habits. By recognizing and manipulating this loop, individuals can transform bad habits into good ones.

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