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A bad habit is a repeated pattern of behaviour , which is disliked by others or the person themselves. In some cases this habitual behaviour ,could be harmful to both parties. Addiction maybe a harsh word to use for bad habits, but if you compare it to taking drugs, it does fit in the same category. Bad Habits have many parallels , to taking drugs. A person can often fall into a bad habits cause consideable harm to themselves and others Shameful circumstances , physical maltreatment , depression or been neglected , can often bring about addiction. It has been shown that children are very prone to addiction , if these circumstances have happened in the past. So, what does this have to do with bad habits? Some of the bad habits people are addicted to, are excess alcohol intake, drugs, smoking, gambling, sex and even overeating. When you think about it like that, you might be more motivated to eliminate that addiction to overeating. Addiction falls into the category of something you find really difficult to get rid of, something you are especially used to doing. There are many misconceptions around bad habits or cravings and how they are taking over our society today. People say that cravings are dreadful and distressing. They say that it makes you obliged to live with something you don't like and that it can even rule your life. Habits or craving are difficult to resist. You can't just throw them aside. Habits occupy the mind and break your train of thoughts. Temptation to use eat or smoke a habit is always present. Habits are like hooks that in time becomes very difficult to get rid of. Do you believe in these false beliefs? Even if it says that it is irresistible, the truth is you can resist it. If you can do something else for as little as 21 days, you can change it and continue resisting it. The habit resisted will eventually pass into the mind. Addictions to drugs, alcohol and smoking will need professional help, but in other things a belief in your ability to overcome a habit, gives you the self esteem to do it in most cases. Generally speaking willpower , distraction and dedication and a little effort will help you overcome them. Not all habits are considered harmful. Drinking occasionally is okay, but in excess every single day can be very harmful. Anything in excess is not good. The best thing to do is just don't let your urges overpower you. Many Rehab centers are available , but you don't need a rehab center just to run away from a bad habit. In fact it is very difficult to find a rehab center to be able to stop a bad habit like excessive nail biting. Excessive nail biting is still a very bad habit anyway. Some sure-fire ways to eliminate bad habits If weakness is a problem to resist your urges, then you will be weak. This is absolutely not true. Have the mindset in your ability to overcome and believe that you can beat them. Just follow these steps : When you feel an urge or craving , slow down, sit back and relax. Urges come and go and do not last long. Slowing down and thinking of other things will help you resist. Find something else to do until the urge goes away. Move around if you have to. Take a long walk, you can even watch TV. Just get your mind on something else. If your addiction is on cigarettes, avoid places where cigarettes and smoke are present. It's easier nowadays because most places are smoke-free. If overeating is the addiction, avoid places like bakeries and ice cream parlours. Why put yourself into a position where temptation is strongest. Mingle with skinny people who will more likely be eating salads and veggies or non-smokers who frequent places where there aren't smokers. Finding alternatives to your craving is a good way of reducing temptation. Crave for a candy bar ; eat a granola bar. Tempted for a cool beer; try a coffee or tea. In many ways you do the same for a child , by distracting them from something harmful. Add exercise to the mix. Working out in a gym would best replace your urge for sex if that's a problem. Exercise also cuts down on eating and smoking urges. Take a walk, put on your walkman and walk to a park or just around the block. If you have weight problem, think of ways to motivate yourself to change. Have a look at yourself naked in the mirror, also create images in your mind of how you want to look like and feel. All these types of actions will help you fight your cravings. Get expert help if you find that your cravings and addiction iare too severe to deal with. A professional could put you on the road to breaking your bad habits. Winners never give up and always take action to change a habit.
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Tony Gilpin - Personal Development Expert www.objectiveselfimprovement.com Self improvement membership ste Self Improvement and Personal Development
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