• The Power of Habit

  • Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business
  • By: Charles Duhigg
  • Narrated by: Mike Chamberlain
  • Length: 11 hrs and 10 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (68,253 ratings)

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The Power of Habit

By: Charles Duhigg
Narrated by: Mike Chamberlain
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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • This instant classic explores how we can change our lives by changing our habits.

NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY The Wall Street Journal • Financial Times

In The Power of Habit, award-winning business reporter Charles Duhigg takes us to the thrilling edge of scientific discoveries that explain why habits exist and how they can be changed. Distilling vast amounts of information into engrossing narratives that take us from the boardrooms of Procter & Gamble to the sidelines of the NFL to the front lines of the civil rights movement, Duhigg presents a whole new understanding of human nature and its potential. At its core, The Power of Habit contains an exhilarating argument: The key to exercising regularly, losing weight, being more productive, and achieving success is understanding how habits work. As Duhigg shows, by harnessing this new science, we can transform our businesses, our communities, and our lives.

With a new Afterword by the author

“Sharp, provocative, and useful.”—Jim Collins

“Few [books] become essential manuals for business and living. The Power of Habit is an exception. Charles Duhigg not only explains how habits are formed but how to kick bad ones and hang on to the good.”Financial Times

“A flat-out great read.”—David Allen, bestselling author of Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity

“You’ll never look at yourself, your organization, or your world quite the same way.”—Daniel H. Pink, bestselling author of Drive and A Whole New Mind

“Entertaining . . . enjoyable . . . fascinating . . . a serious look at the science of habit formation and change.”The New York Times Book Review

©2012 Charles Duhigg (P)2012 Random House, Inc.

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Great guide

I read the reviews about this needing a practical guide, and ordered it anyway. I was not disappointed, and then when I got to the end it was an appendix practical guide. Awesome!

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A must read for everyone

This is one of the best most helpful books I have read in a long time. Much food for thought. Great engaging stories. This book will give you a foundation to change you habits and live the life you desire.

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Amazing

love how it guides you to identify a habit good/bad, the root cause and how to find a solution. if your looking to change or have guidance for a new habit this book is definitely for you.

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Simple Motivation

This is an excellent read if you're on the journey of self discovery. Understanding habit cues is the key to fostering effective change. I appreciate the variety of examples based on real life situations and people.

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Helped Me Change!

I chewed tobacco and was 70 lbs over weight. Over 1 year I listened to this book 3 times while I quit chewing and got into shape. It helped me understand the "WHY" so I could see my behaviors for what they were. I changed my habits (quit chewing) and can run 20 minute 5k's now.

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Great Book for a New Start

I absolutely love this book and would recommend it to everyone I know who wants to try and lead a more mindful, and self controlled existence.

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So much insight!

This audiobook was extremely interesting. The way the author and narrator describe all of the different habits - how to break and create them - throughout the book, makes you question everything you've ever done and how you've done it. It also makes you look at the world just a bit differently given that you can view things through the Habit Loop. I'd definitely recommend this book!

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Great look into habits taught through stories

Great book with good insights. Hard to put down. Great way to learn how to identify your own habits

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One of the most actionable books!

I normally don’t review books but this one was amazing. It gave great examples and actionable items to take away so you can change habits in your own life. Probably top 3 books of all time!

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Very interesting

The different types of habits, consequences and possible solutions This includes addictions such as cigarettes and gambling.

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