Make Change That Lasts

Name: Make Change That Lasts
Author: Rangan Chatterjee

Rangan Chatterjee

Create lasting change through small, sustainable habits that build consistency, improve well-being, and make progress feel achievable.

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Personal Growth & Self-Help

Health & Nutrition

Psychology

Mindfulness & Happiness

Outline

What's it about?

Make Change That Lasts (2021) explains why so many attempts to change habits fail and how to make changes that stick. Rangan Chatterjee, a family doctor, shows how habits are connected to our identity, stress levels, and daily environment. He offers nine simple, practical steps for building healthier habits in areas such as eating, sleep, movement, and relationships, without relying on willpower alone.

Key ideas

Many attempts to change habits fail, and understanding why is the first step toward changes that last.
Habits are tied to our identity, so lasting change works best when it fits who we see ourselves to be.
Stress levels and our daily environment shape our habits as much as personal discipline does.
Willpower alone is not a dependable plan; changes need to be built so they do not depend on it.
Nine simple, practical steps help build healthier habits in eating, sleep, movement, and relationships.

About the author

Rangan Chatterjee is a British physician, author, and podcast host who has worked as a family doctor for many years. He is known for his practical approach to lifestyle medicine and hosts a popular health podcast. His books include The 4 Pillar Plan, Feel Better in 5, and Make Change That Lasts.

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What is Make Change That Lasts about?

It explains why so many attempts to change habits fail and how to make changes that stick. Rangan Chatterjee links habits to identity, stress, and daily environment, and offers nine simple steps.

Who is Rangan Chatterjee?

Rangan Chatterjee is a family doctor and the author of Make Change That Lasts, published in 2021. He writes about building healthier habits in practical, achievable ways.

How long is the Durar summary of Make Change That Lasts?

The Durar summary takes about 15 minutes to read or listen to. It covers the main ideas of the book, including the link between habits, identity, stress, and environment.