29 Dec 2022 · 55 min
5 Scientific Rules for Making & Breaking Habits!
“5 Scientific Rules for Making & Breaking Habits!”
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The conversation
Steven Bartlett presents a solo episode on the science of habit formation and breaking. He explains the habit loop, why most New Year's resolutions fail, and outlines five rules for creating lasting habits based on neuroscience and psychology.
Talking points
- Habit loop: cue, routine, reward
- Why New Year's resolutions fail
- Intrinsic motivation and willpower depletion
- Question-behavior effect
- Father quitting smoking with lollipops
- Five rules for making habits stick