Atomic Habits by James Clear: Make It Satisfying—The Secret to Lasting Habits (Chapter 15)
Why are bad habits so easy to repeat while good habits can be so difficult to maintain?
In Chapter Fifteen of Atomic Habits, James Clear introduces the fourth and final law of behavior change: Make It Satisfying.
Four ideas stood out to me: getting started is only half the battle, bad habits offer immediate rewards while good habits often take time to pay off, our brains naturally favor immediate gratification, and finding satisfaction in the process makes good habits easier to maintain.
From enjoying a piece of cake to finding motivation for an early morning walk, I reflect on why immediate…
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