Habits don’t just shape individual lives—they ripple outward, influencing those around us. For parents, their model habits play a particularly pivotal role in shaping their children’s behaviors and values. Among…
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Where Do We Learn Our Habits?
Habits shape our lives in ways we often don’t even notice. From brushing our teeth in the morning to reaching for our phones as soon as we wake up, habits…
Surprising Facts About Habits
TL;DR Habits are automatic behaviors that shape our daily lives, whether positive or negative. Although we encounter habits every day, there are plenty of surprising facts about habits we don’t…
Can You Hack Your Brain to Make Healthy Habits Stick?
TL;DR Healthy habits are tough to maintain, but with some brain “hacks,” you can make them stick. Set clear goals, establish routines, start small, use triggers, reward yourself, track progress,…
The Role of Motivation in Behavioral Activation for Habit Formation
TL;DR Behavioral Activation (BA) is a therapeutic approach that helps you build good habits by engaging in meaningful activities, regardless of fluctuating motivation levels. Through planning and scheduling activities, starting…
You Habits-Creating Fulfilling Habits Series
Let me tell you a true, short story about how YouHabits came to be. Back in September 2016, I took on a big challenge: running a half marathon in NYC,…
Build Good Habits: 3 Simple Things You Can Do Right Now
TL;DR If you want to succeed in reaching your goals, you have to build good habits. And, it begins with three straightforward steps. First, start small by taking manageable actions…
8 Weeks to Better Habits in Collaboration with WeWork
Let me tell you a true, short story about myself. Back in September 2016, I took on a big challenge: running a half marathon in NYC, even though I’d never…
The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business | Book Review
TL;DR “The Power of Habit” by Charles Duhigg explores the habit loop – cue, routine, reward – revealing why we do what we do. It simplifies complex neurological processes, using…
Habit Cues: The Surprising Way of Triggering a Habit
TL;DR Habit cues are triggers that initiate habit loops, influencing our behaviors. Recognizing these cues is crucial for making positive changes and gaining self-awareness. Habit cues can be external, internal,…