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May 2022
32m 31s

How To Change

Adam Ashton & Adam Jones
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Drawn on Milkman’s research and the work of her scientific collaborators, How to Change introduces strategic methods for identifying and overcoming obstacles that hinder change. Habits such as impulsivity, procrastination, and forgetfulness often hold us back from making positive changes in our lives. Through various case studies and engaging stories, this book will teach you the following points:


  •   Why timing can be everything when it comes to making a change

  •   How to turn temptation and inertia into assets

  •   That giving advice—even if it's about something you're struggling with—can help you achieve more


How to Change helps you diagnose the internal obstacles you face and explores solutions that may help you succeed in changing for the better. This book reveals a proven path that can take you from where you are to where you want to be. 




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