James Clear - Atomic Habits Flashcards

To better internalise the system described in the book (8 cards)

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What is an atomic habit?

A

A regular practice or routine that is small and easy to do but compounds over time into a large change

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Why do bad habits stick?

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Because you use an ineffective system to try and change them.

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3
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Why do small changes matter?

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Small changes compound into massive results if stuck with over time.

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4
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Which is more important a goal or the system you use to accomplish it?

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The system.

Everyone has goals but effective people have better systems for working towards them.

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5
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What is the most effective way to change a habit?

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Focus on who you wish to become rather than what you want to achieve.

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What are the four laws of behaviour change?

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  1. Make it obvious
  2. Make it attractive
    3, Make it easy
  3. Make it satisfying
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What is the most important way to make a habit stick?

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Be consistent

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How does your environment affect your behaviour?

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It is the invisible hands that shapes behaviour.

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