Atomic Habits
by James Clear
Mentioned 17 times across 12 shows · first heard Aug 2025 on My First Million.
The general take
The quote appears incomplete, but based on what's there, Steven Bartlett positions James Clear's Atomic Habits as one of the world's most influential books on habit formation and personal growth, using it as a framework worth discussing in detail.
About
The #1 New York Times bestseller. Over 25 million copies sold! Translated into 60+ languages! Tiny Changes, Remarkable Results No matter your goals, Atomic Habits offers a proven framework for improving--every day. James Clear, one of the world's leading experts on habit formation, reveals practical strategies that will teach you exactly how to form good habits, break bad ones, and master the tiny behaviors that lead to remarkable results. If you're having trouble changing your habits, the problem isn't you. The problem is your system. Bad habits repeat themselves again and again not because you don't want to change, but because you have the wrong system for change. You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems. Here, you'll get a proven system that can take you to new heights.
Who said what
James Clear👍 Recommends
…discussing how identity shapes habits and behavior patterns
“James Clear is the bestselling author of Atomic Habits, one of the world's most influential books on habit formation, decision-making and personal growth. And I think there's an example in Atomic Habits I talk about. Imagine two people who are trying to quit smoking, you know. And so the first person gets offered a cigarette and they say, oh, no, thanks. I'm trying not to smoke. And the second person gets offered and they say, oh, no, thanks. I'm not a smoker.”
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett — Most Replayed Moment: The Mid-Year Reset - Atomic Habits Author On How To Get Back On Trackat 30:30- TD
The Dr. Josh Axe Show👍 Recommends
…discussing framework for building sustainable health habits
“James Clear written the book Atomic Habits that shows you how to build better habits”
The Dr. Josh Axe Show — Complete Guide to Healing Leaky Gut Naturally | Dr. Josh Axeat 00:00 
Shaan Puri👍 Recommends
…charles duhigg's power of habit influenced james clear's atomic habits
“We, we, I recorded an episode on Friday with Charles Duhigg and he has a book called Super Communicators. He wrote the book Power of Habit, which was a big inspiration to Atomic Habits. And it was a great book.”
My First Million — 25% Of My Portfolio Is One Overvalued Stock, Here's Whyat 52:50- JW
Jade Warshaw💬 Mentioned
…referencing james clear book on building habits
“James Clear talks about that in Atomic Habits. You just get and get and get information, but you never actually, you know, put it into action. You don't do anything.”
The Ramsey Show — Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck—Start Living With Optionsat 27:12 
John R. Miles👍 Recommends
…recommending books about habit formation and behavior change
“A big reason why I advocate to so many people, whether you want to read James Clear's book or Charles Duhigg's or Judd Brewer's or Tiny Habits, reading a book on the habit loop formation is absolutely, to me, essential reading for anyone because once you understand it, it makes so much sense and also sense on how you have to reset it if you get off track.”
Passion Struck with John R. Miles — Become the CEO of Your Health Through Resilience | Dr. Tara Narula — EP 740at 43:40- JD
John Delony💬 Mentioned
…discussing micro habits concept by james clear for achieving marriage goals
“Go get on one treadmill for one minute and then get off. That's what we're headed towards. We are just coaching folks on here's the next right step in your marriage. And so it's breaking it down as small as possible to make them bite-sized and actionable. And the feedback we've got on this app, we've been testing it for forever. It's just extraordinary. It's pretty amazing. So I'm excited about it. So that's the app in a nutshell. This is May in a nutshell. What's that from? Oh yeah. Awesome powers. Help. I'm in a nutshell. Man, that quote came, I don't know where that quote came from. But yeah, go check it out. You can download it in the app store, search together in the app store. And yes, Android folks, I get it. We're coming for you. Just take about 30% off, maybe 40% off. But if you've got an iPhone, go check it out in the app store. Love you guys. Bye. When it comes to fitness, people are like, I'm going to lose 150 pounds. That's a great goal. What does that actually mean? And how do we do that? And the data tells us that most people have a goal like that and they never see it through. A micro habit is taking this end goal. I want to have a great marriage. All right. So I'm going to get chocolates and I'm going to do the dishes every night. And I'm always going to want to have sex. It's impossible. You can't, that's not how it works. You're trying to start from the firework show back. Right? So a micro habit is what is a small action step? I can take on a regular basis that begins to shift how I see and know and celebrate my spouse. And so instead of being like, I don't know what's it, you'll get an, it'll pop up on your phone. I don't care how mad you are. I don't care how annoyed you are, whatever. Go make her favorite cup of coffee and go put it by her bed before she wakes up. Exactly how she likes it. If you don't know how she likes it, then you don't know your wife. Go find that out. And, or do one chore that's not normally yours. Or write one sticky note and go outside and start his car for him in the cold and put it on his dashboard. Like it's a small little steps over time. And they're just micro habits. And what happens is like James Clear talks about when you want to, if you want to get in shape, spend a week or two, just drive to the gym and sit in the parking lot for a minute or two and then drive home.”
The Dr. John Delony Show — My Mistress Thinks I’m Cheating on Herat 59:06 - TS
The Shawn Ryan Show💬 Mentioned
…guest using book reference as metaphor for spiritual growth through consistency
“James Clear, the author of Atomic Habits, he wrote about how habits compound over time. And I think that's very much the case with scripture as well in that you're reading it consistently and repeatedly over time that that kind of compounds and accumulates.”
The Shawn Ryan Show — #279 Wes Huff - This Might Be the Most Important Biblical Discovery of the 20th Centuryat 00:45 - MF
My First Million💬 Mentioned
…discussing useful books and philosophies for people trying to improve themselves
“I think there's some very useful philosophies in here. So I hope you enjoy this episode where I got interviewed by my former intern, Walter. The book Atomic Habits teaches about building better habits through small, consistent improvements over time.”
My First Million — I chose to be broke for a yearat 01:30 
Jay Shetty👍 Recommends
…recommending related content on habit formation and behavioral change
“If you loved this episode, you will also love my interview with Charles Duhigg on how to hack your brain, change any habit effortlessly, and the secret to making better decisions.”
On Purpose with Jay Shetty — How to Break 90% of Your Bad Habits in 2026! (Use THIS 10-Second Trick and Beat the Pattern!)at 28:09- MR
Mel Robbins👍 Recommends
…mel introducing james clear as the bestselling author whose book changed her approach to habits
“I have bought Atomic Habits and pressed it into people's hands more times than I can count. And to be able to unpack the simple but powerful insights today, I've just been looking forward to this since I started the podcast. No, thank you so much. That's very nice of you to say. Well, it's true. And here's where I want to start. What will I experience in my life that could be different, James? If I take everything that you're about to share with us and teach us today to heart and I apply it to my life?”
The Mel Robbins Podcast — How to Become 37.78 Times Better at Anything: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Habitsat 00:48 - DJ
Dr. Josh Axe👍 Recommends
…explaining how to reduce friction for good habits and increase friction for bad ones
“Number four, create friction for the bad habits. This is something James Clear talks about in his book, Atomic Habits. He says, listen, reduce friction. If in the mornings you feel, and by the way, I've felt this sometimes, there's all these things you have to do before you get to the gym.”
The Dr. Josh Axe Show — Discipline & New Years Resolutionsat 23:56 - KM
Katy Milkman👍 Recommends
…discussing books about habit formation and behavior change science
“People may be familiar with The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg or Atomic Habits by James Clear, these are great books that I think have done a nice job popularizing this idea of a habit loop.”
The Mel Robbins Podcast — Change Your Life This Year: How to Get From Where You Are to Where You Want to Beat 52:00 - BG
Brent Gleeson👍 Recommends
…discussing how to build and break habits using behavioral psychology frameworks
“James Clear, uh, his book atomic habits dives deep into this. Uh, my book dives deep into it as well, but you look at the cue, the routine and the reward. You can apply this to building a new habit, uh, or breaking a bad habit.”
Proven Podcast — ALL IN: Navy SEAL Secret to Proven Results - Brent Gleesonat 15:00 - HL
Huberman Lab💬 Mentioned
…discussion of micro-wins and habit stacking principles from atomic habits philosophy
“Referenced as James Clear's famous book in the context of habit formation and micro-wins discussed throughout the episode about building small daily wins into larger accomplishments”
Huberman Lab — How to Make Yourself Unbreakable | DJ Shipleyat 05:54 
Andrew Huberman👍 Recommends
…book on habit formation and behavioral change for health support
“At least some of the good habits and behavior modification like what you find in Atomic Habits and various things on maintaining good behavior is a support for this. And so I just want to highlight that a lot of people think that, oh, well, medication is all you need.”
Huberman Lab — Transform Your Metabolic Health & Longevity by Knowing Your Unique Biology | Dr. Michael Snyderat 41:50- HH
Harrison Hightower👍 Recommends
…book recommendations for goal setting and building positive habit systems
“And I really like, um, atomic habits a lot too. That's something that taught me a lot about kind of like just, you know, goal setting and the reward systems. And that kind of helped me a lot, man. Cause I don't know about you, but for a long time I struggled with the, like, I'll be happy when mentality.”
Digital Social Hour — Harrison Hightower: From Pharmacy to CEO: My Bold Career Pivot | DSH #1510at 20:02 - AH
Alex Hormozi💬 Mentioned
…reference to book structure and how money models builds on previous successful book
“If I read this book and it's going to start a little campfire in my head, what's going to happen from money models? You will love this book if you liked offers.”
My First Million — Hormozi Teaches Me Everything He Knows in 90 Minutesat 00:10
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