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The Power of Habits and How to Form Them
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37:09 - 43:32 (06:23)

By creating a trigger, an easy behavior, and a reward, the foundation for a strong habit is formed, while quitting bad habits takes time and effort. It's important to realize that our future selves are determined by context, but by saying no to impulses, we can make positive changes little by little.

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To form a good habit, identify the trigger and make sure it includes the four elements: location, time, emotional state, and the action to be performed.
37:09 - 39:50 (02:41)
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habit formation
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To form a good habit, identify the trigger and make sure it includes the four elements: location, time, emotional state, and the action to be performed. Similarly, to break a bad habit, acknowledge the established neural pathway and focus on letting it weaken over time by resisting the temptation when the trigger arises.

Chapter
The Power of Habits and How to Form Them
Episode
#099 - Chris Sparks - Productivity Without Limits
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
The importance of a trigger and having a system to ensure it occurs in forming sustainable habits is discussed.
39:50 - 41:29 (01:39)
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Habits
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The importance of a trigger and having a system to ensure it occurs in forming sustainable habits is discussed.

Chapter
The Power of Habits and How to Form Them
Episode
#099 - Chris Sparks - Productivity Without Limits
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
Learn the benefits of establishing a morning routine and how to achieve it through practicing and identifying distractions.
41:29 - 43:32 (02:03)
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Morning Routine
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Learn the benefits of establishing a morning routine and how to achieve it through practicing and identifying distractions.

Chapter
The Power of Habits and How to Form Them
Episode
#099 - Chris Sparks - Productivity Without Limits
Podcast
Modern Wisdom