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Why habits matter…
Habits make life feel more manageable: Having routines cuts down on stress and decision overwhelm, helping you feel more in control day to day.
Small changes can lead to big results: When you repeat simple actions regularly, they build up and lead to meaningful, lasting change.
They free up your mental energy: Once a habit is automatic, it takes less effort—so you can focus on what matters most.
Habits keep you steady during hard times: When life gets chaotic, your routines can give you something reliable to fall back on.

I put in the hours and put in the effort, and I stay true to the process. I keep working, even when no one is watching.
— Kobe Bryant.
The power of small, daily habits.
When life feels overwhelming, building habits might seem like just another thing on the to-do list. But healthy habits aren’t about perfection—they’re about creating simple, repeatable routines that help you feel more grounded and in control. When your day includes even a few predictable touchpoints, like a morning walk or journaling before bed, your brain gets a break from decision overload. That sense of stability can be a powerful antidote to stress and burnout.
Habits also work because they rely on the power of small wins. You don’t need to overhaul your entire lifestyle to see results; the key is consistency. Brushing your teeth, drinking a glass of water in the morning, or doing five minutes of stretching might not seem like much—but over time, these tiny actions compound. They build trust in yourself and momentum in your day. The more you show up for these small actions, the more natural they feel—and the easier it becomes to build on them.
And perhaps most importantly, healthy habits can serve as anchors during difficult times. When everything else feels uncertain, your habits can offer a sense of steadiness. They remind you that you have tools, choices, and rhythms you can return to, no matter what’s happening around you. Whether you're managing stress, rebuilding after burnout, or simply trying to live with more intention, your habits become a quiet but powerful form of self-support.
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Book: Better Than Before
Gretchen Rubin unpacks our motivation and personal patterns, and provides guidance based on individual styles that she calls tendencies.
She even offers a quiz for people to understand their tendencies. Listen to Gretchen share information with Dan Harris on 10% Happier, where they discuss habits and tendencies on this podcast episode.
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Book: Atomic Habits
James Clear plays with the concept of making small changes with bit impacts. He emphasizes the importance of building a system for success.
Listen to James share information about his book, atomic habits with psychologist Adam Grant here.
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Book: Tiny Habits
Dr. Fogg leverages the power of behavioral research to recommend tricks for making tiny changes to shift habits. He talks about his approach on several podcasts, linked here, including an episode of Armchair Expert.
Video: James Clear on Atomic Habits
