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How Turning Habits Into Rituals Can Help You At Home, At Work, And When You’re Anxious | Michael Norton

10% Happier with Dan Harris

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Rituals: A Buffer Against Chaos

Rituals provide a sense of control and stability in chaotic situations, even if their effectiveness may not be scientifically proven. The instinct to turn to rituals, such as sleep practices for babies or cultural rain dances, emerges during stressful times to counteract feelings of disorder. While these rituals might not always achieve their intended goals, they serve to strengthen social bonds and maintain community cohesion, highlighting their psychological value in mitigating entropy in life.

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