Some financial advisers say anyone who may move in less than seven years should not take out a reverse mortgage. — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
Some say because music is as much about personal expression as listening pleasure, sharing is integral to why songs have value in… — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
What studies say the number one best way to start an exercise habit is to give yourself a reward that you genuinely… — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
Actually, attorneys say, copying a purchased CD for even one friend violates the federal copyright code most of the time. — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
Older Americans are perfect telemarketing customers, analysts say, because they are often at home, rely on delivery services, and are lonely for… — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
Analysts say that one reason Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac were privatized in the first place was to prevent political whims from… — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
In surveys, many borrowers say reverse mortgages have improved their lives and provided money they needed for retirement. — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
In general, insurers say criticisms of claims-handling are unfair because most policyholders are paid promptly, and some denials are necessary to root… — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
Public employee unions, in their defense, say politicians have unfairly made them into simplistic bogeymen, responsible for problems that have myriad causes.… — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
Prosecutors say it would be next to impossible to get one teen to testify in court that another had slipped him or… — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
We know there are certain chemicals that are designed to give us a rush of pleasure. But, one of the most amazing… — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
Around New York City, samples collected at dozens of beaches or piers have detected the types of bacteria and other pollutants tied… — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
Some officials overseeing local water systems have tried to go above and beyond what is legally required. But they have encountered resistance,… — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
Stock exchanges say that more than half of all trades are now executed by just a handful of high-frequency traders, who use… — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
You can't suddenly say, 'I want a brand new habit tomorrow,' and expect it to be easy and effortless. — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
“If you want to stop smoking, ask yourself, do you do it because you love nicotine, or because it provides a burst of stimulation,… — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
“What matters are five key norms,” he told the audience. Teams need to believe that their work is important. Teams need to feel their… — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
America has always had an apocalyptic strain. Yet it also seems to believe that if, or when, The End comes, it will still come… — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
Bromates are regulated by the Safe Drinking Water Act, but officials are required to test for them only when water leaves a treatment plant. — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
“Habits, scientists say, emerge because the brain is constantly looking for ways to save effort. Left” — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
Between calculated risk and reckless decision-making lies the dividing line between profit and loss. — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
Older Americans are perfect telemarketing customers, analysts say, because they are often at home, rely on delivery services, and are lonely for the companionship… — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
“All our life, so far as it has definite form, is but a mass of habits - practical, emotional, and intellectual - systematically organized… — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
“Someday soon, say predictive analytics experts, it will be possible for companies to know our tastes and predict our habits better than we know… — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
“I love Paul O'Neill, but you could not pay me enough to work for him again" one official told me. "the man has never… — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
“THE FRAMEWORK: • Identify the routine • Experiment with rewards • Isolate the cue • Have a plan” — Charles Duhigg Copy Share Image
