How Your Habits Are Controlling You — Here’s How to Take Back Control

There was a time when you didn't take your phone or iPad to bed. Many people assume that habits are a sign of poor discipline or lack of willpower. But in reality, habits are learned behavioural patterns that the brain creates to save energy and increase efficiency. Once a behaviour is repeated enough times in a specific context, it becomes automatic — meaning it can happen before you even consciously think about it. We also look at why certain habits develop in the first place. Often, they begin as coping strategies for stress, anxiety, boredom, anger, or emotional discomfort. Over time, these responses become ingrained, even if they no longer serve you.

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