26/02/2024
BOOK REVIEW
BOOK TITLE : TINY HABITS
AUTHOR. : BJ FOGG
7 Key Lessons from Tiny Habits: The Small Changes That Change Everything:
Tiny Habits, written by BJ Fogg, proposes a counter-intuitive yet effective approach to lasting personal change. Instead of setting ambitious goals and relying on willpower, Tiny Habits focuses on starting incredibly small, achievable actions that snowball into significant results over time.
1. Start Small: This is the core principle of the book. Instead of overwhelming yourself with ambitious goals like "run a marathon," begin with tiny, achievable actions like "do one jumping jack." These micro-actions are easier to integrate into your routine, build confidence, and create momentum.
2. Focus on Behavior Change, Not Goals: Goals are about the desired outcome, but Tiny Habits emphasizes the importance of systems: the consistent, repeatable actions that lead to achieving your goals. Tiny Habits are the building blocks of your system, making the process of reaching your goals enjoyable and sustainable.
3. Build on Existing Habits: Leverage the power of "habit stacking" by pairing your tiny habit with an already established behavior. For example, read two pages while you drink your morning coffee. This makes the new tiny habit feel familiar and increases the chances of sticking to it.
4. Celebrate Every Win: No matter how small, celebrate your consistency with your tiny habit. This positive reinforcement strengthens the behavior and fuels your motivation to keep going.
5. Don't Worry About Perfection: Tiny habits are not about perfect ex*****on, but about consistent practice. Missing a day or two doesn't derail your progress. Acknowledge it, learn from it, and get back on track.
6. Make It Easy: The book emphasizes the B=MAP formula for behavior change: Behavior (B) = Motivation (M) + Ability (A) + Prompt (P). Tiny Habits focus on making the action easy (high Ability) and prompting yourself regularly (strong Prompt) to increase the chances of engaging in the desired behavior.
7. Find Your "Goldilocks" Habit: Experiment with different tiny habits and find the one that feels "just right" - not too small that it feels pointless, and not too big that it feels intimidating. This sweet spot maximizes your chances of success.
By incorporating these key lessons, Tiny Habits empowers individuals to create lasting and positive change, one tiny step at a time.
