Episode Summary:

This episode kicks off a special series dedicated to sharing valuable lessons and advice to help school counselors have their best year ever. Drawing inspiration from James Clear’s book Atomic Habits, Carol discusses the profound impact of habits on personal identity and professional effectiveness. She shares practical strategies for habit formation, such as habit stacking and the two-minute rule, and emphasizes the importance of self-awareness in developing habits that support wellness and work-life balance.

Key Points:

• Introduction to the Atomic Habits book by James Clear.
• The concept of habits reflecting identity.
• Practical examples of habit formation in personal and professional life.
• Strategies like habit stacking and the two-minute rule.
• Importance of self-awareness in habit development.

Actionable Tips:

• Identify and reflect on your current habits.
• Use habit stacking to create new routines.
• Implement the two-minute rule to gradually build new habits.
• Foster habits that support your wellness and work-life balance.

Resources Mentioned:

Atomic Habits by James Clear

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