Habits are an adaptive feature of how the brain works.” But sometimes, habits can lead us astray—whether it’s turning to comfort food when we’re sad, or taking a cigarette break when stressed. Since ...

Suddenly the tail lights of the car in front of me are brighter and closer than just a few seconds before. Instantly, I moved my foot to the brake pedal. I did it automatically. I did it without ...

When identity is clear, habits feel congruent. When identity is in transition, habits feel forced. This is why habit resets ...

When it comes to habits, some of the ones we pick up over time can be really helpful—they can keep us organized, make us more productive, make us more likable and even add a little extra joy into our ...

Research shows it helps to start small if you want new habits to stick. NPR's Life Kit has more. Picture your typical morning. You wake up, maybe scroll through your phone, feel bad about that, get up ...

This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more. Not all bad habits are necessarily something to be kicked. Here are two that can become your ...