Hidden Brain

Creatures of Habit

Dec 27, 2021
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ANECDOTE

The Irresistible Staircase

  • The Bullet Center in Seattle boasts an "irresistible staircase" to promote healthier habits.
  • Richard Morris, a frequent stair-taker, enjoys chance encounters and exercise on the stairs.
INSIGHT

The Power of Avoiding Temptation

  • High achievers aren't better at resisting temptation, they structure their lives to avoid it.
  • Habits are like blinders; they shield us from temptations once they become automatic.
ANECDOTE

The Cyclist's Habit

  • Wendy Wood's cyclist friend unconsciously speeds up even on rest days, demonstrating habit's power.
  • Habits are not always the easiest choice but rather what we automatically do.
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