Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3231: Creating long-lasting routines is key to self-improvement. Nir Eyal explores why habits formed through extrinsic rewards often fail, and how turning actions into routines can lead to lasting behavioral change. By planning and embracing discomfort, we can successfully integrate new routines into our lives. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nirandfar.com/habits/ Quotes to ponder: "Offering ourselves extrinsic rewards makes conditioning our own behavior very difficult. It can be exceedingly hard to resist cheating." "Instead of focusing on how hard writing or exercising every day can be, think of the difficulty as part of the journey." "By not expecting every aspiration to become an effortless habit, you increase your odds of success." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices