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Harness the power of habits from "summary" of Limitless by Jim Kwik
Habits are like pathways in our brain that we have traveled so many times that they have become automatic. They require less mental energy than trying something new or making a conscious decision. By harnessing the power of habits, we can make positive changes in our lives without constantly relying on willpower. The key to forming a new habit is repetition. The more we repeat a behavior, the stronger the neural pathway associated with that behavior becomes. This is why it's important to start small when trying to create a new habit. By breaking down the desired behavior into smaller, manageable steps, we can gradually build up the neural pathways that support tha...
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