Today is our topic of discussion IImportant of Habits.
Important of Habits
HABITS
Habit is a simple form of learning-a change of behavior with experience. It is defined as ‘an automatic response to a specific situation, acquired normally as a result of repetition and learning!
When behavior is developed to the extent that it is highly automatic, it is called habit. Generally habit does not require our conscious attention. The term, habit is strictly applicable only to motor responses, but often applied more widely to habits of thought, perhaps more correctly termed attitudes.
Many habits are formed as a result of inborn tendency of young children to copy others, especially their parents. Good habits can be of use but a person should not be entirely controlled by habit. It may be necessary to change certain habits, to cultivate new ones.
Important of Habits
Habits play important role in our daily life. All of us acquire different habits. They are the part of our life. Habits may be good or bad. Hard working, writing, reading, regular exercise, meditation, etc. are examples of good habits. Alcoholism, drug addiction, lethargy, procrastination, telling lies, dishonesty, stealing, deceiving others, escapism, etc. are examples of bad habits.
Definition of Habit
A habit is defined as an action, at first requiring attention which comes to be performed without attention if repeated many times-under similar condition.
Type of Healthy Habits
Habits training begin soon after birth. They are best taught by examples. Some of the important habits which should be taught are, bladder and bowel control, sleep and rest, dental care, feeding and meal time behavior, care of the skin, hair and nails, clothing, use of cosmetics, good manners an general courtesy. While habits may be encouraged, they should never be forced.
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