

Katy Milkman on How To Make Lasting Changes In Your Life
26 snips Jan 21, 2025
Katy Milkman is a behavioral science expert and bestselling author known for her insights on making lasting changes. She discusses the journey from competitive tennis to understanding human behavior and highlights the psychological challenges of implementing change, such as loss aversion. Katy emphasizes the importance of 'kill criteria' in decision-making and explores innovative strategies like commitment devices and gamification to foster positive behaviors. Her practical tips offer listeners valuable insights into personal and organizational transformation.
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Impact of Daily Decisions
- Daily decisions significantly impact premature deaths, comprising up to 50%.
- This highlights the importance of positive change in various life aspects.
Google's Wellness Initiatives
- Google experimented with various initiatives to promote employee well-being.
- These included reducing plate sizes, altering snack visibility, and incentivizing gym attendance.
Flexible Habits vs. Routines
- Rewarding consistent gym attendance times can hinder long-term habit formation.
- Flexible habits, developed through varied workout times, prove more sustainable.