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Habits are mental shortcuts learned from experience.

Author

Name James Clear
Biography James Clear is a writer and speaker focused on habits, decision making, and continuous improvement.
Nationality American
Awards Wall Street Journal Best Seller
Profession Author
Date Of Birth 8/27/1986
Lifetime 1986-Present

Quote

Analysis Clear depicts habits as a result of our brain's attempt to efficiently handle repeated situations based on past experiences.
Context From his book 'Atomic Habits', 2018.
Publication Date 2018
Original Quote Language English
Topics Habits , Learning , Experience ,

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