Atomic Habits is a bestselling book by James Clear that highlights how small, consistent changes in daily habits can lead to remarkable results. Clear's philosophy emphasizes the idea that making 1% improvements every day can lead to exponential growth over time. The book offers practical strategies for building good habits, breaking bad ones, and understanding the science behind habit formation.

The Habit Loop: Cue, Craving, Response, Reward

Clear explains that every habit follows a four-step loop:

1. Cue: A trigger that initiates the habit.
2. Craving: The desire or motivation to act.
3. Response: The action you take to perform the habit.
4. Reward: The outcome that reinforces the habit.

Each step is crucial in shaping behavior. Clear suggests that by manipulating these steps, anyone can build or break habits effectively.