Let's be honest with ourselves—most of us probably have a few bad habits they might be1 from eating unhealthy food to checking the phone repeatedly to not getting enough sleep. Bad habits2 us a method of comfort, making them hard to break. But we also have the ability to break them and create good habits that will improve our lives.
Experts believe the 3 step towards breaking a bad habit is admitting (承认) you have a bad habit. Along with admitting you have it, try to find out why you got into the bad habit. When you understand the root problem, it becomes much4 to nip it in the bud (将它扼杀在萌芽状态). Then, replace (代替) your bad habit with a good one. For example, if you overeat when you get bored, try exercising instead. And the rest is persistence (坚持不懈). If you don't5 at first, try again. Many experts believe it can take three weeks to form a new good habit. Habits can be hard to break because you've had them for a long time, and6 takes time and patience for you to change.
Breaking a bad habit is challenging, so take small7 and be kind to yourself. Keep the end goal in mind, but realize that a long journey is made up of many small steps. Reward (奖励) yourself as you successfully take those small steps. Reaching the end goal will be its own reward, so give yourself some8 along the way.
Sometimes, you may need support from others. Family and friends can aid you in9 bad habits. When you're having a10 time, they can be there to back you up and provide the courage you need to follow through.
Believe it or not, all bad habits can be broken with some work. Ready to take on the challenge?
