Chapter 5: The Best Way to Start a New Habit Flashcards
1
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Implementation intention
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A plan you make beforehand about when and where to act. That is, how you intend to implement a particular habit.
The simple way to apply this strategy to your habits is to fill out this sentence: I will [BEHAVIOR] at [TIME] in [LOCATION].
2
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Two most common cues
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Time and place—include these in implementation intention
3
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Best time to start new habit
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The first day of the week, month, or year.
4
Q
The Diderot Effect
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obtaining a new possession often creates a spiral of consumption that leads to additional purchases.
5
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Habit stacking
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identify a current habit you already do each day and then stack your new behavior on top. Pair new behavior with established behavior.
6
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First law of behavior change
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Make it obvious
