What we know as behavior is developed by the foundation called Habits.

Things those are done regularly, daily or even sometime can be termed as reflexes which are pattern of consistently repeated actions or thoughts are Habits.

Like waking up early or late, taking a shower, drinking coffee in the morning, driving, sitting in a specific posture or at a certain position all examples of habits.

Habits are developed daily and we create them without even realizing it.

So why we do it? What is the benefit?

Consider the example of RAM in Computer as it uses memory to do functions what if the RAM is consuming its power and capacity for trivial or standard activities; definitely, it will result in more processing or less memory or space available for other tasks. The same done by our brain in an effort to save mental capacity and increasing efficiency. The part of brain that store the habits is Basal Ganglia.

Thing about something that you started to learn like riding, driving, skiing, skating, tennis, judo or any sport. At first, it seems like impossible but with time and practice your mind and body adopts and store it. Initially all the focus is on action and activity and sometime you cannot even focus on your instructor or partner but with adapting it as a habit your mind automatically knows what to do and then you are talking or explaining things to others while doing it.

From tenor.com

How did it happen! Well by doing it repeatedly, the habit is created and that frees up the mental space so that you are now engage in discussion or conversation at the same time.

There are three steps involved in process of habit formation.

• Cue
• Routine and
• Reward

The cycle is repeated and until habit is molded.

Charles Duhigg, in his Book ‘The Power Habit’ proposes a way to change bad habit.

First, or honestly the step Zero is we need to have a belief that changing habit is possible. Without it nothing is going to help. Next we need a powerful and strong reason for changing of habit.

Sometimes we tell ourselves that something is possible even though deep down we know we don't fully believe in it. I recommend explaining why you think

The easiest way to develop a powerful reason for change is to think of all the pain you experienced because of a habit and associate so much pleasure with your desired state that you'll leave yourself no choice but to act.

I came across with the topic on  Agile Leader Training - Home | Coursera and thought would be a good Topic to start. would be nice to know your thoughts on the topic in comments.