11 Dec 2025
2h 11m

Discipline Expert: The Habit That Will Make Or Break Your Entire 2026! James Clear

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The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

In this interview-style podcast, Steven Bartlett interviews James Clear, the author of "Atomic Habits," about the principles of habit formation and behavior change. Clear discusses the four stages of habit (cue, craving, response, reward) and provides strategies for building good habits and breaking bad ones. The conversation explores the importance of making habits obvious, attractive, easy, and satisfying, as well as the role of identity, environment, and consistency in achieving long-term success. Clear emphasizes the significance of focusing on systems rather than goals, creating conditions for success, and embracing the power of small, incremental improvements. He also touches on the challenges of maintaining motivation, managing energy, and dealing with setbacks, offering practical advice and mindset shifts for overcoming these obstacles.

Outlines

Part 1: Introduction to Habits

Part 2: Systems and Goals

Part 3: Habit Formation and Identity

Part 4: Continuous Improvement

Part 5: Habit Tracking and Laws of Behavior Change

Part 6: Atomic Habits Resources and Conclusion

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