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ZeChanges 24: Step 4.1 - Make it satisfying
Published 2 years, 6 months ago
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Step 4 of changing habits is that it needs to be enjoyable for it to last. Simple bits of reinforcement
like soap that smells great or toothpaste that has a refreshing minty flavour can offer the immediate pleasure we need to enjoy a habit. Change is so much easier when it gives us joy.
It is more likely we will repeat the behaviour when our expereince is satifying. Our human brain has evolved to prioritise immediate rewards over delayed ones.
Key points in helping us change our behaviours are in this i-Mind Map:
https://jimbennett.global/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Creating-Good-Habits-2.pdf
Stronger, Smarter, Safer
like soap that smells great or toothpaste that has a refreshing minty flavour can offer the immediate pleasure we need to enjoy a habit. Change is so much easier when it gives us joy.
It is more likely we will repeat the behaviour when our expereince is satifying. Our human brain has evolved to prioritise immediate rewards over delayed ones.
Key points in helping us change our behaviours are in this i-Mind Map:
https://jimbennett.global/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Creating-Good-Habits-2.pdf
Stronger, Smarter, Safer