Habit Loop
Habit Loop
The habit loop is a three-stage cycle made up of cue, routine, and reward. It explains how habits are formed and maintained.
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The habit loop is a concept described by Charles Duhigg, which states that every habit is made up of three elements: a cue, a routine, and a reward. The cue triggers the behavior, and the reward reinforces it.
To change a habit, it is most effective to keep the cue and reward the same while replacing the routine in the middle with a healthier behavior. For example, when you feel stressed, you can go for a walk instead of eating snacks and still achieve the same sense of calm.
Identifying your own habit loop is the first step toward change. Mindy is here to help you explore and understand your personal habit patterns.
💡 Real-Life Example
Stress (cue) → Eating snacks (routine) → Temporary sense of calm (reward) — this repeating cycle is the habit loop.
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