Books Better Than Before: What I Learned About Making and Breaking Habits--to Sleep More, Quit Sugar, Procrastinate Less, and Generally Build a Happier Life  by Gretchen Rubin (Author)

• Rubin categorizes people into four habit tendencies based on how they respond to inner and outer expectations: Upholders, Questioners, Obligers, and Rebels. Knowing your tendency helps tailor habit strategies to your style.
• The book presents 21 different tactics to build positive habits and break bad ones, such as scheduling, monitoring, accountability, and rewards.
• It emphasizes the importance of clarity and self-knowledge, suggesting that understanding personal motivations and challenges is crucial for lasting change.
• Rubin discusses the pitfalls of relying on willpower alone and the benefit of creating automatic behaviors that reduce decision fatigue.
• She addresses common challenges such as procrastination, lack of motivation, and relapse with empathy and practical advice.
• The book also delves into habits related to sleep, diet, exercise, and productivity, supporting a holistic approach to well-being.

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