1/5 Here’s my review of Atomic Habits from the NS reading list:  

Atomic Habits provides a clear and actionable way of changing and building habits and becoming a better version of yourself. I really connected with the idea that internal change and self-perception are key to building habits. It feels more genuine than other self-help advice that just tells you to "force" habits onto yourself. 

Breaking down behaviour into cue, craving, response, and reward was super helpful, it makes the process feel less overwhelming and easier to tackle step-by-step.

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3/5 While I appreciated the framework of the four laws of behaviour change, I felt like there could’ve been more depth when it comes to applying them practically. 

Some parts touched on implementation strategies, but I wanted a clearer roadmap or system for achieving each law consistently. Maybe some additional resources or templates would’ve been helpful here.

4/5 The key idea that stuck with me was how tiny changes compound over time to create massive results. It made me think about all the small actions I do daily that might seem insignificant now but could lead to big improvements down the line. 

I also liked the idea of temptation bundling and designing my environment to make good habits easier. It sparked thoughts about rearranging my space and pairing tasks I enjoy with those I dread.

5/5 Also, the emphasis on choosing habits that align with who I am, not what’s most popular was eye-opening. 

For example, if I prefer certain types of books or workouts, I should lean into those instead of forcing myself into something that doesn’t excite me. 

Habits need to be enjoyable to stick, and that’s something I’ll keep in mind as I experiment with new routines.

2/5 Self-reflection and awareness stood out to me too. So often, I find myself slipping into autopilot mode without questioning why or how effective my routines really are. 

This resonated with me because it’s easy to go through motions without actually growing or improving. 

Also, the practical steps provided, like habit stacking, making good habits obvious, and designing your environment to support your goals felt actionable and realistic. The real-life examples helped solidify these ideas.