Do you ever feel drinking is like a super stubborn habit that is impossible to break? Many drinkers tell me that one of the biggest challenges they face in cutting down on drinking is the habit aspect ...

We are creatures of habit and are hardwired to build habits. Unfortunately, for many of us, it’s easier to build bad habits than good ones. However, there is a way to use the brain’s reward system to ...

AMES, Iowa – The morning alarm is more than a signal that it’s time to get up – for many people it means it’s time to hit the gym. But if exercise is not a habit, that cue from the alarm may trigger a ...

Tampa (BLOOM) – Habits are an integral part of our lives. They shape our daily routines, our behaviors, and even our thoughts. While some habits are positive and help us achieve our goals, others can ...

We all want more good habits and fewer bad ones. We may disagree about what these terms mean. I, for example, find contemplating the inevitability of my own death on a daily basis to be a really good ...

Studying – you know you need to do it, but you just can’t seem to make it a habit. Maybe you forget, become distracted or just don’t want to do it. Understanding what a habit is, and how it forms, can ...

Why is sticking with an exercise routine so challenging for most people? According to a new study from Iowa State University (ISU), one reason exercise doesn’t become a habit for a lot of people is ...

Want to change an old habit? You probably should: One study determined that over 40% of the “decisions” we make every day aren’t really decisions. They’re habits. Much of the time we don’t really make ...

This year, my New Year’s resolution is to go to the gym 5 days a week. But it’s the same resolution I’ve created almost every year. And yet, each year, I find myself failing at my resolution just ...