Atomic Habits by James Clear

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James Clear published this book, packed full of tips and advice, back in 2018. That means he wrote it when he was about 30, childless and with the kind of free time on his hands that most parents fantasise about. So some of the tips in this book might be a bit of a reach for women on the lookout for some quick, high-quality domestic hacks. (We don't know a single mother who is going to drive to the gym to do a 5 minute daily workout, an example from a male reader that Clear uses in the book).

However, if you can get beyond the gym-bro energy of the book, Clear offers some brilliant and adaptable insights into improving your daily life. You may not end up running a marathon or bench-pressing the weight of a baby gorilla, but you might just get to the point where all of your ironing gets done while you're watching your favourite show before the kids have even woken up. And that's definitely something to consider a WIN. 

In this ground-breaking book, Clears reveals exactly how these minuscule changes can grow into such life-altering outcomes. He uncovers a handful of simple life hacks (the forgotten art of Habit Stacking, the unexpected power of the Two Minute Rule, or the trick to entering the Goldilocks Zone), and delves into cutting-edge psychology and neuroscience to explain why they matter. Along the way, he tells inspiring stories of Olympic gold medalists, leading CEOs, and distinguished scientists who have used the science of tiny habits to stay productive, motivated, and happy.