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Badass Habits

Cultivate the Awareness, Boundaries, and Daily Upgrades You Need to Make Them Stick

Jen Sincero

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Understanding Habits+
Identity & Desire+
Setting Boundaries+
The 21-Day Strategy+
Self-Compassion+

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Question 1 of 7
According to the text, what is the most fundamental requirement for successfully changing a deeply ingrained habit?
  • A. Relying strictly on logical reasoning and willpower.
  • B. Changing your underlying identity to match the new habit.
  • C. Punishing yourself whenever you slip up.
  • D. Completely isolating yourself from society.
Question 2 of 7
How does the sequence of a habit function on an unconscious level?
  • A. It connects a trigger to a response, and then connects that response to a reward.
  • B. It links a conscious desire directly to a sudden physical action.
  • C. It replaces an emotional need with a highly logical routine.
  • D. It associates a negative punishment with a bad behavior to deter it.
Question 3 of 7
Why are strong boundaries considered the foundation for building strong habits?
  • A. They prevent you from ever having to interact with difficult people.
  • B. They force other people to adopt the same habits as you.
  • C. They ensure that you remain in control of your time, energy, and emotions.
  • D. They create a rigid schedule that leaves no room for spontaneity.
Question 4 of 7
What does the example of adopting a puppy illustrate about making new habits stick?
  • A. Habits are easier to maintain when they require physical activity.
  • B. Rational thought is more effective than emotional energy when changing behaviors.
  • C. Taking on massive responsibilities at once forces you to adapt quickly.
  • D. You are more likely to step up to a challenge when motivated by true, emotional desire.
Question 5 of 7
When establishing a new habit over a 21-day period, what is an important rule regarding rewarding yourself for progress?
  • A. You should ensure your reward doesn't cancel out the effort of your new habit.
  • B. You should only reward yourself at the very end of the 21 days.
  • C. You should use financial rewards to maximize your motivation.
  • D. You should avoid rewards altogether because they distract from the goal.
Question 6 of 7
According to the text, what is the ultimate goal of building good habits?
  • A. To become a perfectly optimized and flawless individual.
  • B. To create positive routines that allow you to be the best, authentic version of yourself.
  • C. To eliminate all awkward or embarrassing moments from your past.
  • D. To impress others with your discipline and strict daily schedule.
Question 7 of 7
What actionable advice does the author give for curtailing an undesirable behavior, such as biting your nails?
  • A. Wear a rubber band and snap it every time you bite them.
  • B. Focus entirely on the negative health consequences of the behavior.
  • C. Make the old habit impossible by replacing it with a new routine, like getting a manicure.
  • D. Write a daily journal entry about why you want to stop the habit.

Badass Habits — Full Chapter Overview

Badass Habits Summary & Overview

Badass Habits (2020) is a lighthearted guide to developing positive habits. This manual lays out a step-by-step approach to breaking old patterns and creating new ones.

Who Should Listen to Badass Habits?

  • Stubborn people looking to drop old behaviors
  • Apathetic folks looking for some motivation
  • Anyone aiming to build better habits

About the Author: Jen Sincero

Jen Sincero is a life coach, motivational speaker, and author of multiple best-selling guides to self-improvement. Her works include You Are a Badass, You are a Badass Everyday, and You are a Badass at Making Money.

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