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…
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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,…
The Simple Science of Habit Stacking
TL;DR We explore the science behind habit stacking—a simple technique rooted in the psychology of habit formation. Habit stacking involves combining small habits by linking them to existing routines, leveraging…
How to Stay Committed to New Habits
TL;DR Maintaining new habits can be tough due to our brain’s preference for routines and fluctuating motivation. But it’s possible! Strategies like setting clear goals, consistent practice, seeking support, positive…