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Changing habits requires understanding the cues and rewards from "summary" of Summary of "The Power of Habit" by Charles Duhigg by Lea Schullery
To change a habit, one must first understand the cues and rewards that drive the habit. Habits are formed through a three-step process: cue, routine, and reward. The cue is a trigger that tells your brain to go into automatic mode and which habit to use. The routine is the behavior itself, which can be physical, mental, or emotional. Finally, the reward is what your brain craves and is the reason why the habit loop is able to become ingrained in your brain. Identifying the cues and rewards that drive your habits is crucial in changing them. By understanding what triggers your habits and what rewards you seek, you can begin to alter your behavior. For example, if you want to stop eating cookies every afternoon, you must first identify the cue that prompts you to reach for a cookie. Is it hunger, boredom, stress, or something else? Once you have identified the cue, you can experiment with different routines to replace the cookie-eating habit. Maybe you go for a walk, drink a glass of water, or call a friend instead. After trying out different routines, pay attention to how you feel. Did the new routine satisfy the craving that the cookie fulfilled? If not, try a different routine until you find one that provides a similar reward. Changing habits is not easy, but with awareness and intentionality, it is possible. By understanding the cues and rewards that drive your habits, you can begin to replace unhealthy behaviors with more positive ones. So, the next time you catch yourself mindlessly engaging in a habit you want to change, take a moment to reflect on what triggered the behavior and what reward you seek. By doing so, you can start to break the habit loop and create new, healthier routines.
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