Description
“The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do, and How to Change” is a bestselling book written by Charles Duhigg. Published in 2012, the book delves into the science of habits and explores why habits form, how they influence our lives, and how they can be changed.
Duhigg’s book is structured around the idea that habits are a fundamental part of human behavior and that understanding them can be a key to personal and societal transformation. The book is divided into three parts:
1. The Habits of Individuals: This section explores the neurological and psychological mechanisms behind habit formation in individuals. Duhigg introduces the habit loop, which consists of cue, routine, and reward, and explains how understanding and manipulating this loop can help people change their habits.
2. The Habits of Successful Organizations: Duhigg discusses how habits play a crucial role in organizational success and provides examples from businesses, sports teams, and other institutions. He illustrates how identifying and modifying key organizational habits can lead to significant improvements.
3. The Habits of Societies: The final part of the book delves into societal habits and the role of habits in large-scale societal changes, such as civil rights movements and public health campaigns.
“The Power of Habit” combines scientific research, case studies, and personal anecdotes to provide insights into how habits work and how they can be transformed. The book has been praised for its engaging storytelling and practical advice on how to change habits. It has had a significant impact on self-help literature and has been widely read and discussed by individuals interested in personal development and behavior change.
Samar Ali (Verified Purchase)
Great read. Will give you great insight into how habits are formed, and become part of your life. Whats really cool is you’ll get an insight into how to make new habits, and drop old ones. The case studies are really awesome. Well written book.
Rajkumar Meher (Verified Purchase)
One of the best books I’ve read which distills why we do the way we do. Enables to identify our bad habits, breaks down into components and develop good habits. Must read for anyone intending to knowing themselves and become a better person.
Kavitha (Verified Purchase)
Habit makes you and habit breaks you. this is book which reveals the knowledge that your habit is tool to bring success or failure to you. An extensive researched work.
Ashwani Kumar (Verified Purchase)
Great content. Gives you a wonderful insight and reasoning into what you do. The book print is not in straight lines and on some pages quite tilted.
Aakash Kshirsagar (Verified Purchase)
It’s a really interesting book. The author tried to give us a clear understanding about habits which is backed by his years of research. Good examples. I really loved it!!