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Habits form the invisible architecture of our daily lives. In "Better Than Before," Gretchen Rubin offers a clear, scientific framework for understanding habit formation and change. Drawing on her own experiments and personal anecdotes, Rubin presents a menu of proven strategies that readers can test and adapt to their unique habits and personalities. By gaining self‑knowledge and applying these techniques, readers can make habits that feel effortless and automatic—whether it's exercising, saving, or simply saying no to a tempting snack—and ultimately create a life that reflects their deepest values.
The book emphasizes individualized approaches, showing readers how to choose and refine habits that work for them rather than forcing a one‑size‑fits‑all plan.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Psychology/General Psychology
Authors: Gretchen Rubin
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