"The Timeline of Habit Formation and Breakthrough: Insights and Realities"
Breaking a bad habit varies from person to person, taking anywhere from 18 to 254 days, with an average of 66 days. Dr. Karen Ingersoll suggests a gradual approach to habit change, starting with envisioning your future self, identifying necessary actions, and monitoring progress. Self-monitoring and consistency are key, and while setbacks may occur, they are part of the process towards establishing healthier patterns.