Book Report - The Power of Habit

 In "The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business," Charles Duhigg explains how habits form and influence our daily lives and work environments. He introduces the idea of the "habit loop," which consists of three parts: a cue which is something that triggers the habit, for example boredom might lead you to scroll through your phone. Then a routine, the behavior or action taken which would then turn into always scrolling through your phone when you’re bored. The reward is the benefit gained from the action, being cured of your boredom by scrolling on your phone, finding something to read or being entertained. By understanding this loop, people can recognize what drives their habits and make changes. For example, replacing a bad habit with a new, positive routine while keeping the same cue and reward can help break old patterns and build better ones. Also, the book discusses the importance of willpower and belief in changing habits. Strengthening willpower and believing in one's ability to change are essential for making lasting improvements, whether in personal life or within a company.

"The Role of Belief '' which in my eyes is the foundation of this book, without belief you won't ever change. This part of the book highlights how crucial belief is for making lasting changes in our habits. Duhigg explains that to successfully change a habit, people need to truly believe that they can do it. For example, he describes how Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) helps people by encouraging them to believe in their ability to overcome addiction. This belief in their own potential is a key part of why the program works for many people. Reading this book I decided to take these principles and insert them into my own life for the betterment of myself and my health. I wrote down a list of habits I would like to change and brainstormed on ways to void them completely or to replace them with better habits such as procrastination, exercise, and social interaction.