5 Killer Habits: A Mirror to the Way We Live

A book that 1600 people contributed to? What could this book be about?

It's nothing fancy but something that's so normal that maybe it's holding us back.

5 Killer Habits – Be a Rebel by Sree Krishna Seelam is one of those books that shakes you up—in a good way. It's witty, blunt, and honest. This book doesn't nudge you gently toward change but practically shouts ‘truth’ in your face.

This book, with its unapologetically blunt take, questions the ‘normal’ things that we blindly follow—with a touch of sarcasm and humour.

The first habit – Arise, Awake and Kickass!

“Early to bed, early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise!!”

Now that's something we all know. I had read this in nursery rhymes so many times that it is literally engraved on my mind. But the question is, how many actually practice it? Not everyone, right?

Night owls and morning persons. All-nighters and early risers. Different people with different preferences and suitability. Right? Maybe not.

I was not an early riser until some months ago. Although being a night owl helped me focus on my work in the silence of the night, it tired my eyes and body.

Now I wake up at 6 in the morning, and my days feel longer, calmer, and far more efficient. The book reminded me that discipline is where the real challenge lies.

The second habit – Be a Hero

Thought about capes and superpowers? Nope we are not talking about fictional here, we are talking about real heroes. No capes. No superpowers. Just compassion and courage.

Real heroes are everyday people who care deeply—about the environment, about the future, and about making the world better in small ways.

Volunteering, taking initiative, and being thoughtful may seem small, but they build a life of connection and value. It made me think: what legacy do I want to leave behind?

The third habit – Become a Dromomaniac

A fancy word for someone obsessed with travel—and a timely reminder that life is more than a to-do list.

We all dream of adventures—hikes, road trips, quiet retreats—but often bury them under the weight of “real life.” This chapter reminded me that hustle isn’t everything. The grind should build you, not break you.

So take that trip. Let go. Recharge. You’ll return with more clarity, creativity, and maybe a whole new version of yourself.

The fourth and most relatable habit – Live a 100 Lives

This one hit home. As someone who grew up with books, I loved this habit.

I was a reader, am a reader, always will be a reader. Fiction is my favorite, imagining the world through words, feeling the emotions as I read.

This chapter talked about non-fiction, and it made a good point: fiction teaches you emotions, but non-fiction teaches you life.

Memoirs, autobiographies—they walk you through someone else's reality. Not every book deserves your time, though. Be selective. Because what you read? Shapes who you become.

Books let us live a hundred lives—and that’s magic.

The fifth and perhaps the most important habit – Stay Curious: The Why Habit

I’ve always been that person who questions everything—and sometimes that’s seen as rebellious.

This chapter made me feel seen. I’ve often questioned religious practices, cultural norms, and the idea of blindly following anything. Why fast for blessings? Why fight in the name of faith or country? How does that help?

The author doesn’t mock belief—he encourages us to think. And honestly, in today’s world, that’s more powerful than ever. Curiosity isn’t rebellion—it’s growth.

5 Killer Habits doesn’t preach—it provokes. It challenges you, mocks the mindless routines, and reminds you to live intentionally.

It’s personal. It’s bold. It’s honest. If you’re tired of sugar-coated advice and want a real wake-up call (with a side of sarcasm), this is your sign.

Grab the book here—it’s free.

Go read. Reflect. Maybe even rebel a little. And know that any revenue it generates will go toward supporting child education in rural areas.