Books like Atomic Habits

By James Clear

Choose the problem you want to solve: repeating routines, interrupted concentration or too many commitments.

For understanding why routines repeat

Charles Duhigg

Duhigg explains habit patterns through reporting on individuals, organizations and public life.

The difference: More reporting and case studies; fewer personal instructions.

Cal Newport

Newport proposes rules for making room for demanding work and reducing the distractions that break concentration.

The difference: Focused professional work, rather than habits across daily life.

Greg McKeown

McKeown argues for choosing a few priorities and removing the commitments that keep you from them.

The difference: Choosing priorities, rather than practicing a chosen behavior.

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