Chapter 9: The Role of Friends and Family in Shaping Your Habits
by John Allen · 10 things on Twos
- We imitate the habits of three groups in particular
- The close
- The many
- The powerful
- One of the most effective things you can do to build better habits is to join a culture where your desired behavior is the norm
- Or you already have something in common with the group
- Nothing sustains motivation better than being part of a tribe
- The reward of being accepted is often greater than the reward of winning an argument, looking smart, or finding truth
- You can choose to ignore the group or stop caring what other people think – but it takes work
- High status people enjoy the approval, respect, and praise of others