This is the WBZ Book Club. I'm Jordan Rich. Here's a book called
The Ritual Effect. From Habit to Ritual Harness The Surprising Power of Everyday Actions
by Michael Norton. Repetition boosts productivity, and repetition over time becomes a habit.
But when you add the element of mindfulness to a habit, focusing on
the way the habit is performed, whether it's brushing your teeth or navigating the
morning commute, these rituals that seem automatic might improve your life and give meaning
to it. Some of us, probably many of us, have idiosyncrasies,
little rituals we do that matter very deeply to us on a very personal level.
Offering up many famous celebrity examples such as Steve Jobs and Maya Angelou,
Michael Norton suggests that when you shift from a habitual mindset to one that involves
ritual, it will not only enhance your performance but add meaning to your life.
Pretty interesting concept. The Ritual Effect From Habit to Ritual Harness The Surprising
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