Includes bibliographical references (page 273-298) and index.

Introduction: My story -- The Fundamentals: Why tiny changes make a big difference. The surprising power of atomic habits ; How your habits shape your identity (and vice versa) ; How to build better habits in 4 simple steps -- The 1st law: Make it obvious. The man who didn't look right ; The best way to start a new habit ; Motivation is overrated, environment often matters more ; The secret to self-control -- The 2nd law: Make it attractive. How to make a habit irresistible ; The role of family and friends in shaping your habits ; How to find and fix the causes of your bad habits -- The 3rd law: Make it easy. Walk slowly, but never backward ; The law of least effort ; How to stop procrastinating by using the two-minute rule ; How to make good habits inevitable and bad habits impossible -- The 4th law: Make it satisfying. The cardinal rules of behavior change ; How to stick with good habits every day ; How an accountability partner can change everything -- Advanced tactics: How to go from being merely good to being truly great. The truth about talent (when genes matter and when they don't) ; The Goldilocks rule: how to stay motivated in life and work ; The downside of creating good habits -- Conclusion: The secret to results that last -- Appendix: What should I do next? ; Little lessons from the Four Laws ; How to apply these ideas to business ; How to apply these ideas to parenting.