Making and Breaking Habits
Curious things, habits. People themselves never knew they had them. ~ Agatha Christie
Many people believe it takes 21 days to master a new habit.
Wishful thinking!
Self-help books and motivational gurus have promoted the 21-day myth for at least 50 years, with little research to validate the claim. In a 2009 European study, participants took a full 66 days to adopt a new habit.