A step by step tool for top achievers

RESISTANCE TO CHANGE
When people recognize or become aware of their negative habits, why don't they
change?
The reason they don't change is because they refuse to accept responsibility. Besides,
the pleasure of continuing is greater than the pain. They may:
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Lack the desire to change
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Lack the discipline to change
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Lack the belief that they can change
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Lack the awareness for the need to change
All these factors prevent us from getting rid of our negative habits. We all have a choice.
We can ignore negative behavior and hope it will go away--the ostrich approach--or face
up to it and overcome it for life. Behavior modification comes from overcoming irrational
fears and getting out of the comfort zone. Remember, fear is a learned behavior and can
be unlearned.
The following excuses are the most common explanations for not changing negative
habits:
1. We have always done it that way.
2. We have never done it that way.
3. That is not my job.
4. I don't think it will make any difference.
5. I'm too busy.