Back to Discussions

Best Ways to Build Better Habits & Break Bad Ones | James Clear

Healthcare
Global
Started January 16, 2026

James Clear is an expert on behavioral change and habits and the author of the bestselling book Atomic Habits. We discuss the best ways to build new healthy habits and end bad ones without relying on motivation or willpower. Rather than list off categories of tools or acronyms, James explains how anchoring the changes you want to make in your identity and physical environment allows you to make desired changes quickly and ones that stick. Whether your goal is better fitness and physical healt...

Source Articles

Add Statement Analysis 0/5
🗳️ Be one of the first to share your view
5 statements to vote on • Your perspective matters
📊 Progress to Consensus Analysis Need: 7+ statements, 50+ votes
Statements 5/7
Total Votes 0/50
💡 Keep voting and adding statements to unlock consensus insights

You're voting anonymously

Your votes are stored locally in your browser. Create an account to have your votes included in consensus analysis.

CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 16, 2026
Breaking bad habits requires a comprehensive strategy that combines identity change with practical tools, not just environmental adjustments.
💬 View Discussion
Be first to respond
0 total votes
CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 16, 2026
Relying on identity changes to build habits may lead to pressure and stress, contradicting the idea of making changes that stick.
💬 View Discussion
Be first to respond
0 total votes
CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 16, 2026
Focusing solely on identity may overlook the importance of environmental factors in habit formation, leading to inconsistent results.
💬 View Discussion
Be first to respond
0 total votes
CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 16, 2026
Building better habits through identity change is more effective than relying on willpower, as it creates lasting transformations.
💬 View Discussion
Be first to respond
0 total votes
CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 16, 2026
The idea that habits can be anchored in identity suggests a deeper psychological approach, which can vary in effectiveness among individuals.
💬 View Discussion
Be first to respond
0 total votes

💡 How This Works

  • • Add Statements: Post claims or questions (10-500 characters)
  • • Vote: Agree, Disagree, or Unsure on each statement
  • • Respond: Add detailed pro/con responses with evidence
  • • Consensus: After enough participation, analysis reveals opinion groups and areas of agreement