How long does it take to make real change in your life? If you have a pattern of behavior you're not proud of, how long does it take to change? Is it even possible? Or do you just go a really long time without doing XYZ and every time the temptation comes up, you suppress it

Currently in a self-reflective stage and want to improve my life and have identified a few patterns of behavior I'm not proud of.

I kinda compare it to a home renovation project. Takes a while before you even notice things are outdated and need to be fixed.
2-3 weeks to even scope out what exactly you want to fix
1-2 weeks to gather the right resources to make the change
Another week or so to properly demo and gut the place, take out the trash
Then 4-5 weeks to make the changes you want
Now, you need to make an effort to ensure the renovated home doesn't become outdated/nasty over time.

Eventually, you have a home that is on the same address, same city BUT its much more liveable.


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