James Clear: Author of Atomic Habits | #ThePlaybook 146

Oct 22, 2019, 09:00 AM

[2:09] Why there are two important strategies to help you start forming a habit[9:28] The importance of seeking out individuals who are 1-3 years ahead of where you are at[10:30] What it takes to have one of your behaviors become an “automatic” action[20:07] The difference between instinct and habit, as well as the influence of our genetics

James Clear, the best-selling author of Atomic Habits, shares insights on the best ways to begin forming a habit, some of the different approaches to behavior modification, and the relationship between our habits and our identity.

  • [2:09] Why there are two important strategies to help you start forming a habit
  • [9:28] The importance of seeking out individuals who are 1-3 years ahead of where you are at
  • [10:30] What it takes to have one of your behaviors become an “automatic” action
  • [20:07] The difference between instinct and habit, as well as the influence of our genetics


James Clear, the best-selling author of Atomic Habits, shares insights on the best ways to begin forming a habit, some of the different approaches to behavior modification, and the relationship between our habits and our identity.