The Cue-Routine-Reward cycle, also known as the "habit loop", is a fundamental framework for understanding and changing habits. ## Components - **Cue**: The trigger that initiates the habit - **Routine**: The actual behavior or action - **Reward**: The benefit gained from the behavior ## Identifying Your Habit Loop 1. Notice the cues that trigger habits 2. Observe the routine that follows 3. Identify the reward you receive 4. Document patterns over time ## Changing Habits - Keep the same cue and reward - Replace the routine with a new behavior - Start with small, manageable changes - Track progress using [[Habit Tracking]] ## Common Applications - Exercise habits - Eating patterns - Sleep routines - Work productivity - Stress management ## Related Concepts - [[Habit Stacking]] - [[Implementation Intentions]] - [[Habit Scorecard]] - [[Atomic Habits]] > [!tip] Focus on Systems > Rather than focusing solely on goals, develop systems and routines that make good habits inevitable.