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. 2021 Dec;46(12):5509-5512.
doi: 10.1007/s00261-021-03185-7. Epub 2021 Jul 5.

Micro-habits for life-long learning

Michelle M Shnayder-Adams  1 , Aarti Sekhar  2
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Micro-habits for life-long learning

Michelle M Shnayder-Adams et al. Abdom Radiol (NY). 2021 Dec.

Abstract

Radiology is a demanding career that requires a thorough understanding of evolving knowledge in both medical imaging and technology. Competing interests such as-familial obligations, clinical practice, committee meetings, and research projects-often leave little time for self-care and regular review of current medical literature. Healthy habits can be difficult to maintain, but micro-habits are more manageable and their benefits compound over time. Based on the book, Atomic Habits by James Clear, we discuss a micro-habit toolkit which includes: a two-minute rule, habit-stacking, environmental cues, task prioritization/automatization, habit tracking, and accountability. We offer practical suggestions for radiologists to incorporate this toolkit into their daily lives to become healthy life-long learners.

Keywords: Habits; Life-long learning; Micro-habits; Wellness.

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