Good Habits, Bad Habits
The Science of Making Positive Changes That Stick
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Good Habits, Bad Habits
The Science of Making Positive Changes That Stick
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- Identify which behaviors are beneficial and which are detrimental, leading to more intentional living.
- Create routines that support your personal and professional goals.
- Develop techniques to disrupt the cues and contexts that trigger bad habits, fostering positive change in your life.
- Learn how to maintain new habits over time, resulting in sustained improvements in productivity, and overall well-being.
If you’ve ever struggled to make or break a habit, this is the book you need to read. Wendy Wood is widely recognized as the authority on the science of habits
— Adam Grant, New York Times bestselling author of Originals and Give and Take, and host of the TED podcast WorkLife
“Good Habits, Bad Habits” is a comprehensive guide to understanding and reshaping our automatic behaviors. Wendy Wood, a social psychologist with extensive experience in habit research, presents a compelling case for why habits are central to our daily lives and how we can use this knowledge to our advantage.
The book begins by explaining the neurological basis of habits, showing how they’re formed in the brain and why they’re so persistent. Wood then explores the role of context in habit formation, demonstrating how our environment shapes our behavior more than we realize.
Readers will learn:
• The science behind habit formation and change
• Why willpower often fails in long-term behavior modification
• How to identify and modify habit triggers
• Strategies for creating environments that support positive habits
• Techniques for breaking bad habits and forming good ones
• The role of rewards in habit formation
• How to maintain good habits over time
Wood’s approach is both informative and practical. She combines rigorous scientific research with relatable anecdotes and actionable advice, making complex concepts accessible to a general audience.
“Good Habits, Bad Habits” offers a fresh perspective on human behavior, challenging readers to rethink their approach to personal change. It provides a roadmap for lasting transformation, based not on sheer willpower, but on a deep understanding of how our minds and environments interact to shape our actions.
By the end of the book, readers will have a new understanding of their own behavior and the tools to make meaningful, lasting changes in their lives. Whether you’re looking to eat healthier, exercise more, or break a bad habit, Wood’s insights and strategies offer a science-based path to success.
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The book: "Good Habits, Bad Habits" Is perfect for:
• Individuals seeking personal growth and self-improvement
• Professionals looking to enhance productivity and efficiency
• Parents wanting to instill good habits in their children
• Educators and coaches interested in behavior change techniques
• Anyone struggling with breaking bad habits or forming good ones
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Meet the author
Wendy Wood is a UK-born psychologist and Provost Professor of Psychology and Business at the University of Southern California. She is a renowned expert in habit formation and behavior change, with over three decades of original research in the field. Wood’s work has been recognized with numerous awards, including a Radcliffe Institute Fellowship and the 2022 Career Contribution Award from the Society for Personality and Social Psychology.
Her research has been cited over 42,000 times, establishing her as a leading authority in her field.Wood’s fascination with habits began early in her academic career when she observed her colleagues struggling with productivity in the unstructured academic environment. This led her to explore the science behind habit formation and behavior change. Her book, “Good Habits, Bad Habits: The Science of Making Positive Changes That Stick,” distills her years of research into practical insights for readers seeking to understand and modify their habits.
Beyond her academic work, Wood has served as President of the Society for Personality and Social Psychology and has been a fellow of several prestigious psychological associations. She currently resides in Los Angeles, where she continues her research and teaching at USC.
Book testimonials
Wendy Wood is the world’s foremost expert in the field, and this book is essential
— Angela Duckworth, author of Grit
Enlightening and insightful . . . Wood’s research and perspective on the malleability of habits will bring hope to any reader looking to create long-term behavioural change
― Publishers Weekly
Wendy Wood . . . is the most thoughtful, innovative person who understands the role of habits in human behaviour . . . I can’t imagine a better person writing this book
— Dan Ariely, bestselling author of Predictably Irrational
There is no one in all of psychology who could write a more compelling book on habits and behaviours
— James W. Pennebaker, Professor Emeritus of Psychology at the University of Texas
No one has studied how habits form and direct behaviour better than Professor Wendy Wood . . . She has described how to change negative habits into positive versions better than anybody. She’s the researcher best able to write the next big book on the topic
— Robert Cialdini, author of Influence and Pre-Suasion
