How We Build Lasting Habit

Forming a habit is the process of developing a new behavior or action into a consistent, automatic routine. Habits are formed by repeating an action until it becomes a subconscious behavior, which can then be performed without conscious effort or automatic. The process of habit formation typically involves three stages: the cue, the routine, and the reward. The cue is a trigger that initiates the behavior, the routine is the behavior itself, and the reward is the benefit or feeling of satisfaction that comes from completing the behavior which varies depending on various factors and circemtances .

Habit formation can be a powerful tool for achieving goals and making positive changes in one's life and society as a whole. Studies have shown that it takes, on average, 66 days for a new behavior to become automatic, but this period can vary depending on the person and the complexity of the behavior and possible the community they find themselves. To form a new habit, it's important to start with small achievable , manageable actions and gradually increase the frequency and difficulty of the behavior over time. It's also important to be consistent and persistent incluing time management, as it can take time for a new behavior to become automatic. Positive reinforcement and tracking progress can also help in the process of habit formation. Habit is like compound interest, every small effort adds up and we are often surprise by our effort and eventual results.