Making habits, breaking habits : why we do things, why we don't, and how to make any change stick / Jeremy Dean.

By:

Dean, Jeremy, 1974-

Publication details: Boston, MA : Da Capo LIfelong, c2013.Description: viii, 264 p. : ill. ; 22 cmISBN:

9780738215983
0738215988

Subject(s):

DDC classification:

152.3/3 23

LOC classification:

BF335 .D43 2013

Contents:

Anatomy of a habit. Birth of a habit ; Habit versus intention : an unfair fight ; Your secret autopilot ; Don't think, just do it! -- Everyday habits. The daily grind ; Stuck in a depressing loop ; When bad habits kill ; Online all the time -- Habit change. Making habits ; Breaking habits ; Healthy habits ; Creative habits ; Happy habits.

Summary: The psychologist behind PsyBlog explores the science of habit-- and how you can change yours for the better.Summary: Dean examines of one of the most powerful and under-appreciated processes in the mind: habits. He explains why seemingly easy habits, like eating an apple a day, can be surprisingly difficult to form, and how to take charge of your brain's natural "autopilot" to make any change stick. Any behavior is more than just a product of what you think. It is possible to bend your habits to your will-- and be happier, more creative, and more productive.

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Includes bibliographical references (p. 233-253) and index.

The psychologist behind PsyBlog explores the science of habit-- and how you can change yours for the better.

Dean examines of one of the most powerful and under-appreciated processes in the mind: habits. He explains why seemingly easy habits, like eating an apple a day, can be surprisingly difficult to form, and how to take charge of your brain's natural "autopilot" to make any change stick. Any behavior is more than just a product of what you think. It is possible to bend your habits to your will-- and be happier, more creative, and more productive.