Small Move, Big Change by Caroline L. Arnold Summary
Overview of Small Move, Big Change
Transform your life through microresolutions - tiny, targeted changes that deliver massive results. CNN's Dr. Walsh claims flossing revolutionized her entire routine! Endorsed by Adam Grant as "a rare self-improvement book that actually works," it's the antidote to failed New Year's resolutions.
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Key takeaways
The Magic of Tiny Habits: Revolutionizing Personal Change
Have you ever wondered why 88% of New Year's resolutions collapse by February? The answer lies not in our lack of motivation but in our approach to change itself. Traditional self-improvement demands wholesale lifestyle transformations that quickly crumble under their own weight. What if lasting change comes not from dramatic overhauls but from tiny, targeted adjustments? This revolutionary approach-focusing on microresolutions rather than sweeping life changes-has transformed thousands of lives by working with our psychology rather than against it. Instead of battling our autopilot behaviors with diminishing willpower, we can rewire our habits one small move at a time, creating sustainable transformation that eventually becomes effortless.
Why Your Brain Resists Big Changes
The Science of Successful Microresolutions
Sleep: The Foundation All Change Is Built Upon
Moving Your Body: Small Steps, Big Impact
Transforming Your Relationship with Food
From Small Moves to Identity Transformation
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From Columbia University alumni built in San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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