Nearly all of us have an unpleasant habit, whether we realize it or not, and we want to get rid of it but didn't know the proper ways. Here’s some advice on how to get rid of bad habits（习惯）.
Make a list. Write down all the reasons why you want to stop a certain behavior----how it’s hurting you and why getting rid of it will help. Look at that list regularly.
Join other activities .It’s wise of you to do something else when you want to stop your bad habits.(1) If you get angry easily, for example, you can practice deep breathing or go for a walk.
Give yourself a reward. Before you get rid of a bad habit, decide what you’ll do to celebrate it if you achieve your goal.
Keep off bad habits. If you are fat and want to lose weight, keep junk food out of your house. If you are a heavy smoker, keep away from smoky bars or friends who like smoking.
Be patient. Bad habits develop over years, so you probably won’t be able to get rid of them quickly. In fact, people often give up several times before being successful, so you should (2) , .
Find support. Don’t be afraid to ask for support from friends, family or other people who have the same bad habits as you. When you talk to others, they might be able to give you some advice or encouragement that you normally wouldn’t get from yourself.
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