Savvy Psychologist 024 SP How to Stop Biting Your Nails (and Other Nervous Habits)
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Jun 20, 2014 Explore the psychology behind body-focused repetitive habits like nail biting and hair pulling. Discover ten practical strategies to curb these nervous habits through mindfulness and self-compassion. Learn about healthier alternatives, such as chewing gum or stretching. Dive into the effects of conditions like trichotillomania and excoriation disorder, and access resources for finding support. It's an enlightening conversation on transforming anxious habits into healthier practices.
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Origins of Nervous Habits
- Body-focused habits likely have neurological and genetic origins, not deep psychological issues.
- They may not even be related to anxiety, despite being called 'nervous habits'.
Practice Makes Permanent
- Reframe habit change as practice, not stopping.
- Aim to catch yourself many times before expecting change.
Know Your Triggers
- Identify high-risk situations for your habit, like boredom or specific locations.
- These include sedentary activities or places where you're unfocused.
