Chapter 1 Summary
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Habits are the compound interest of self-improvement. Getting 1 percent better every day counts for a lot in the long-run.
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Habits are a double-edged sword. They can work for you or against you, which is why understanding the details is essential.
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Small changes often appear to make no difference until you cross a critical threshold. The most powerful outcomes of any compounding process are delayed. You need to be patient.
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An atomic habit is a little habit that is part of a larger system. Just as atoms are the building blocks of molecules, atomic habits are the building blocks of remarkable results.
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If you want better results, then forget about setting goals. Focus on your system instead.
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You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.