The Power of Habits — Shaping Our Lives

Habits are automatic routines formed through repetition, influencing nearly 40% of daily actions. They follow a loop: cue, routine, reward. The brain stores patterns, making behaviours automatic with repetition. To change habits, keep cues and rewards but replace routines, focusing on substitution rather than erasure. Keystone habits, like exercise, create positive ripple effects. Organisations and societies leverage cues and rewards to influence behaviour. Understanding habit loops empowers...