The best way to ditch bad habits, according to science - Business Insider

self-efficacy include self-talk , previous success at changing other behaviour or habits, and affirmations from others.

Cultural differences can influence how comfortable and skilled an affirmation is. The way Americans routinely affirm each other is in contrast to those in the UK who tend to be suspicious of affirmations.expects and fears withdrawal symptoms when changing a habit, such as smoking. The anticipated discomfort is usually greater than the actual experience but can paralyze any attempt to test reality. Rather than focusing on what you are losing by giving up smoking or alcohol, think of what you will gain . A useful exercise to help assess personal benefits is the decision balance sheet.Tell someone what you plan to do, you won't want to let them or yourself down.

Finally, today might be the right day to start. If you've only just decided, with motivation and energy on your side, your chances of ditching that bad habit are just as good as those who've spent weeks preparing. Making a change is relatively easy for most of us, maintaining that change is evidently a lot tougher. So while some might be lucky enough to make a change and stick to it, most of us will have to keep trying, the science suggests we'll get there in the end.

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