Have we put habit formation on too high a pedestal? Dr. Michelle Segar is an NIH-funded researcher who has spent close to thirty years studying how to create healthy behaviors. that can survive the complexity and unpredictability of the real world. We talk about why healthy behaviors are often particularly resistant to habit formation, and what may work better.Things to Listen For02:17 Common misconceptions about habits06:33 Why complex behaviors defy habit formation14:40 The unrecognized influence of memory and emotional associations in determining our behavior20:11 The role of self=control and willpower22:17 Why building health behaviors around identity and values (rather than habit) is a better strategy.27:37 The value of questioning assumptionsMentioned:The Joy Choice: How to Finally Achieve Lasting Changes in Eating and Exercise, by Michelle Segar, PhDIt’s Time to Unhabit, by Michelle Segar (American Journal of Health Promotion)The 50,000 Mile Tune-UpWeighless Program Interested in having Monica present at your next live or virtual event? Learn more. ★ Support this podcast ★
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