

How to Hack the Habit Loop to Build a Better Life
438 snips Dec 30, 2024
Dr. Gina Cleo, a researcher with a PhD in habit change and author of "The Habit Revolution," dives into the science of habits. She explains the habit loop's three essential elements: cue, routine, and reward. Discover why micro-habits are key to lasting change and the differences in habit formation between men and women. Gina dispels the 21-day myth of habit formation, stressing that individual experiences vary. Self-compassion during setbacks is vital, while neuroplasticity offers hope for reshaping habits at any age.
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Micro Habits
- Start with small, manageable actions to build larger habits.
- These "micro habits" minimize resistance and encourage consistency.
Supercharge Triggers
- Make habit triggers specific, obvious, consistent, and automatic.
- Instead of "after dinner," try "when I finish eating."
Reward Yourself Effectively
- Emotional rewards, like satisfaction or pride, are most effective for habit formation.
- Physical rewards don't work as well because they lack immediacy.