2006-06-22 19:24:03 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
It depends on what the habit is and who YOU are..... I have known people with addictive personalities who become hooked after one experience - be it heroin, smoking, kyaking, or early morning jogs.
Kicking habits usually entails forming new ones for those of us who are addictive. Instead of having a drink when coming home from work, go for a walk.
See what I mean?
2006-06-22 19:30:05 · answer #1 · answered by tahneste 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How long does it take to develop a new habit pattern? It depends on how complex the habit pattern is. You can develop a simple habit pattern in 14 to 21 days. For example, if you want to begin getting up half an hour earlier so that you can plan and organize your day, it might take just two to three weeks to develop the habit. If you want to develop a new habit pattern of behavior that does deeper into your character, it might take several months or even a year or more. The most important point is that, no matter how long it takes, the end result is achievable if you are really determined
2006-06-25 05:32:37 · answer #2 · answered by Eden* 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It takes 30 days generally to develop a habit. If it is a lifelong habit, it will take longer. More like months...
2006-06-22 20:15:53 · answer #3 · answered by tankgirl190 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Addictions are often formed immediately. An addiction absolutely enslaves the soul of the addict. Make no mistake, addicts are tortured souls. Habits, however, are formed in 90 days, not 91 days, not 89 days. 90 days. Habits are broken in 3 days. Do not confuse an addiction with a habit.
2006-06-22 19:48:43 · answer #4 · answered by -Tequila17 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
21 days makes a habit and it could take a lifetime to kick one.
2006-06-23 03:35:59 · answer #5 · answered by The!AcademyIs 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it only takes like 2 cigarettes to get into that habit and takes a long *** time to quit!!!
2006-06-22 19:27:54 · answer #6 · answered by *~BeA$T~* 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it can take minutes to develope and a life time to try and kick
2006-06-22 19:28:48 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on the habit and how long you have it and how serious you are about not having it any more :)
2006-06-22 19:28:33 · answer #8 · answered by fanofozzyosbourne 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
about 6 weeks give or take.
2006-06-22 19:56:11 · answer #9 · answered by milleile 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
how long does it take to roll down a hill? How long does it take to go up the hill??
2006-06-22 19:29:07 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋