The Role of Behavior Cues in Habit Formation

The Role of Behavior Cues in Habit Formation

What are behavior cues? What role do environmental behavior cues play in habit formation? Behavior cues are the stimuli in the external environment that prompt or “cue” a behavior. However, external objects in and of themselves are not cues alone. It is your relationship with the object—the context by which you understand the object—is the trigger.  Keep reading to learn about the role of behavior cues in habit formation.

Habit Scorecard: Bringing Your Habits to Light

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What is a habit scorecard? How can keeping a score of your habits help you realize what’s driving them? A habit scorecard is an account of all your current habits—both positive and negative. The purpose of creating a habit scorecard is to create awareness of your current habits and understand the cues that trigger them. Here is how to create a habit scorecard and start building awareness of your habits.

James Clear: What Does It Take to Form a Habit?

James Clear: What Does It Take to Form a Habit?

What does it take to form a habit? What are the stages of habit formation? According to personal development speaker James Clear, small steps and consistency are all you need to form a habit. When you practice a small behavior consistently, your brain “likes” it more and more, encoding it deeper into your neurocircuitry. Here is how to form a habit, according to James Clear.

Atomic Habits: 4 Laws of Habit Formation

Atomic Habits: 4 Laws of Habit Formation

What are the 4 laws of atomic habits? How can following these laws help you build new, positive habits? The 4 laws of atomic habits are a simple set of rules we can use to establish new habits: 1) make it obvious, 2) make it attractive, 3) make it easy, and 4) make it satisfying. Think of these laws as a framework for designing each stage for optimal habit formation. To break bad habits, simply invert the laws from positive to negative. Keep reading to learn about the 4 laws of atomic habits.

Getting Overwhelmed? Here’s How to Stop

Getting Overwhelmed? Here’s How to Stop

Do you find yourself getting overwhelmed by a massive to-do list both in your personal life and your work life? Do you want tips on how to overcome roadblocks and be more productive? There are three common complaints behind getting overwhelmed: there’s not enough time, there’s too much to do, and you’re too tired. This guide will help you work through these roadblocks and improve your mindset. Continue reading to learn how you can take steps to prevent getting overwhelmed in your daily life.