In this topic, we will talk about why people find it difficult to stop bad habits. A bad habit is something you do often that is not good for you. Even when people know a habit is bad, they sometimes continue because it feels easy or comfortable. For example, eating too much junk food, spending too much time online, or going to bed late are bad habits that are hard to break.
Examples:
I eat snacks late at night even though I try to stop.
He checks his phone all the time, even when he knows it's bad.
She bites her nails when she is nervous.
GRAMMAR
We use the present simple tense to talk about habits, and we use modal verbs like can or should when giving advice.
Structure:
Subject + verb (present simple)
Modal verb + base form of verb
Examples:
I try to exercise every day.
He should eat less candy.
They can change their habits.
Negative Sentences:
I do not stop eating sweets.
She should not stay up so late.
We cannot always resist temptation.
Questions:
Do you try to break your bad habits?
Can he stop smoking?
Should they sleep earlier?
Short Answers:
Yes, I do. / No, I don't.
Yes, he can. / No, he can't.
Yes, they should. / No, they shouldn't.
VOCABULARY (10 words with definition)
Habit – something you do regularly
Break – to stop doing something
Temptation – a strong desire to do something
Comfortable – feeling good and relaxed
Routine – a usual way of doing things
Resist – to stop yourself from doing something
Motivation – the reason for doing something
Effort – hard work
Challenge – something difficult to do
Focus – paying attention to something
USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
It is hard to break a bad habit.
Old habits die hard.
You need strong motivation.
Change takes time.
Stay focused on your goals.
SENTENCES
Positive:
I can change my bad habits.
He focuses on eating healthy.
They resist eating junk food.
Negative:
I do not give up easily.
She cannot stop biting her nails yet.
We do not always stay focused.
Questions and Answers:
Do you find it easy to break bad habits? – No, I don't.
Can she change her routine? – Yes, she can.
Should they try harder? – Yes, they should.
CONVERSATION
Alex: Why do you think people fail to break bad habits?
Mia: I think it’s because bad habits feel easy and comfortable.
Alex: That’s true. I try to eat less sugar, but it's so hard.
Mia: Maybe you need a stronger reason or motivation.
Alex: Good idea. I will think about my health more.
Mia: Also, small changes can help. Start little by little.
Alex: Thanks, Mia. I will try that!
READING
Why It’s Hard to Break a Bad Habit
Breaking a bad habit is not easy. People often fail because the habit feels good, and changing feels hard. Habits like eating junk food, playing video games for hours, or staying up too late are comfortable. To break a bad habit, you need motivation and a good plan. Small steps can make a big difference. Focus on your goal, ask for support, and don’t give up easily. Change takes time, but it is possible.
Questions:
Why is breaking a bad habit hard?
What are some examples of bad habits?
What do you need to break a bad habit?
How can you start changing a bad habit?
Is it possible to break a bad habit?
Answers:
Because the habit feels good and change feels hard.
Eating junk food, playing video games too long, staying up late.
Motivation and a good plan.
By taking small steps.
Yes, it is possible.
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