Habits

There is a structure behind every habit which psychologists refer to as a "habit loop." By understanding our "habit loops," we can more easily change our behaviors. Here's how to do it!

Willpower is the motivation to do something even when you don't feel like doing it. Here are scientifically-proven ways to maximize your willpower and energy levels throughout the day.

Nudges are a popular concept in psychology that demonstrate how we can change our behavior by making small changes in our environment. Learn about both "mindful" and "mindless" nudges here, and how you can apply them to your daily life.

Goals are often temporary, but systems are long-term. If you want to make a sustainable change in your life, you need to approach it as a systematic change.

Reading fiction has shown to have a variety of cognitive benefits including boosting empathy, verbal abilities, moral attitudes, motivation, and social skills.

The more tools you have in your "mental toolbox," the more options you have when you find yourself in a difficult situation.

"Mental rehearsal" is the process of visualizing yourself performing a new habit or new behavior, so that you're better prepared to perform that new habit in the real world. Here's how to practice it!

If you want to change your mindset, it's best to start as small as possible. Here are 3 tiny mental habits that I practice every morning – and they take less than two minutes to complete!

In our increasingly complex world, how can checklists help us stay focused and avoid making silly and stupid mistakes?