Change your identity to align with your desired habits from "summary" of Summary of Atomic Habits by Summareads Media
To truly change your habits, you must start by changing your identity. This means shifting your self-image to align with the person you want to become. Your habits are not isolated behaviors — they are a reflection of your identity. By viewing yourself in a new light, you can adopt habits that are in line with your desired identity. When you believe in a certain identity, you are more likely to act in ways that are consistent with that identity. For example, if you see yourself as a healthy person, you will naturally gravitate towards habits that promote health, such as exercising regularly and eating nutritious foods. Your habits will become a natural extension of who you believe yourself to be. To change your identity, you must first decide who you want to become. What are the values and principles that define this new version of yourself? Once you have a clear picture of your desired identity, you can s...
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