HABITS GUIDE
the moderately motivated man’s guide to HABITS
START SMALL AND BUILD WHAT LASTS
(without trying too hard)
The second guide in the Moderately Motivated Man series launches in May, 2026. Early reviews are strong. Don’t miss it! RECOMMENDED by the US Review of Books.
about tHE book
The Moderately Motivated Man’s Guide to HABITS
Small Wins. Real Momentum. Less Drama.
Starting habits isn’t the hard part. Keeping them is. But you don’t need more discipline or motivation. You need a system that truly fits your life.
This book is for men who want to:
Build habits that actually stick
Start small and stack wins consistently
Bounce back quickly when life knocks them off track
Create routines that work on an ordinary night—not just January 1
Forget motivation marathons and dramatic resets. This book gives you a flexible, realistic framework that replaces willpower with smart design and perfection with progress.
You’ll learn how to lower friction, protect your focus, beat procrastination, and build consistency in the areas that matter most to you.
Ten short chapters. Practical tools you’ll actually use. No pressure to become someone you’re not. And a few laughs along the way.
Why Small Habits Win. Tiny, sustainable habits bypass resistance, reduce pressure, and strengthen identity through repetition—not intensity. Consistency beats heroics every time. (From Chapter 1, Escape the Self-Help Trap)
Aligning Values and Habits. When your habits align with what truly matters to you, motivation increases naturally, and life feels coherent, not chaotic. (From Chapter 3, Become the Guy You Want to Be)
Make Good Habits Easy (and Bad Ones Hard). Lower the barriers to the habits you want, raise the barriers to the ones you don’t, and let the environment do the work your willpower can’t. (From Chapter 4, Design an Environment That Helps)
The 1% Rule. Small wins compound. Shrink the habit, reduce perfectionism, build momentum, and start from any baseline. (From Chapter 5, Start Small and Stack Wins)
Why We Procrastinate (And How to Stop). Your brain prioritizes instant comfort, not long-term rewards. Small steps, emotional regulation, and chunking break the cycle. (From Chapter 6, Build Consistency and Beat Procrastination)
Living With Intention. Intentional living starts with interrupting autopilot and acting in alignment with your values, not your default settings. Every deliberate choice, even a small one, builds the foundation for a life you recognize as your own. (From Chapter 10, Live Your Best Life, Your Way)
From The Moderately Motivated Man’s Guide to Habits: Start Small and Build What Lasts (Without Trying Too Hard). © 2026 Rick Resnick and The Husband School
KEY TAKEAWAYS from The Moderately Motivated Man’s Guide to HABITS:
ABOUT THE SERIES: SMART HELP, NO HYPE
Our mantra is simple: Get Better at Life — Without Trying Too Hard.
The Moderately Motivated Man series is built for regular guys who want to take control of their time, habits, and mindset — without buying into the 4 a.m. miracle routines or burnout culture. Each book offers practical strategies, relatable stories, and a touch of humor to keep things human.
We’re here to help men make steady, sustainable progress in the areas that matter most — work, relationships, health, and focus — one realistic step at a time.
Here’s our launch schedule: Time Management (March 2026), Habits (May 2026), Money (September 2026). Coming up after those: Fitness, Mental Health, Careers, Leadership, and more. Sign up for book release updates!
EARLY reviews are in for the moderately motivated man’s guide to HABITS … and they’re TERRIFIC:
“Anyone who has tried and stumbled on the road to their idyllic existence will find an ally and a coach in this manual. The advice here is gentle, nurturing, and supportive of people regardless of goals, motivation, or lifestyle. Anyone who stumbles or falls will learn to give themselves much more grace and celebrate wins on a personal road to improvement after reading this book.” — The US Review of Books [“RECOMMENDED”]
“The best habit book I’ve read for regular guys who want to get better at life without turning it into a full-time self-improvement project. Short, funny, and genuinely useful.” — Andrew Gold, former Chief Human Resources Officer, Pitney Bowes
“In a world of digital noise and distraction, maintaining positive, life-long habits can feel impossible. This concise, practical guide presents the tools to build better habits and create lasting results.” — Bennett Kleinberg, President, Jupiter Strategies