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Intentional habit formation leads to longterm behavior change from "summary" of The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg
In order to change a habit, it is essential to understand the habit loop. The habit loop consists of a cue, a routine, and a reward. By identifying the cue that triggers a habit and the reward that reinforces it, individuals can begin to change their habits. This process requires intentional effort and self-awareness. Once the habit loop is understood, individuals can begin to experiment with different routines that respond to the same cue. By replacing the routine with a new behavior that leads to the same reward, individuals can begin to reshape their habits. This intentional habit formation is key to long-term behavior change. Creating intentional habits requires commitment and consistency. By consciously choosing to engage in a new behavior each time the cue arises, individuals can ...
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