Clear illustrates how our surroundings significantly influence our behaviors. For instance, museum curators can discern the authenticity of artifacts at a glance, and experienced radiologists can identify anomalies in brain scans quickly. These examples underscore the brain's ability to make rapid, accurate predictions based on environmental cues. 'The human brain is a prediction machine,' highlighting the importance of aligning our environment with our desired habits. Anne Thorndike's study on improving healthy food choices by changing the environment in a hospital cafeteria demonstrates how small changes in our surroundings can lead to better habits. | James Clear | Atomic Habits

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The Role of Environment

Clear illustrates how our surroundings significantly influence our behaviors. For instance, museum curators can discern the authenticity of artifacts at a glance, and experienced radiologists can identify anomalies in brain scans quickly. These examples underscore the brain's ability to make rapid, accurate predictions based on environmental cues. 'The human brain is a prediction machine,' highlighting the importance of aligning our environment with our desired habits. Anne Thorndike's study on improving healthy food choices by changing the environment in a hospital cafeteria demonstrates how small changes in our surroundings can lead to better habits.

-- James Clear