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“Ha! Yes. When anyone tells you habits die hard, Locke, they’re lying—it seems they never die at all.” quote by Scott Lynch
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““Ha! Yes. When anyone tells you habits die hard, Locke, they’re lying—it seems they never die at all.””

Scott Lynch

About This Quote

Habits persist despite claims they fade; they are resilient patterns that continue to influence behavior.

In simple terms: Habits are hard to break.

Key Takeaway

Habits endure.

Themes

resilience psychology behavior habit formation perseverance

Mood

determined reflective wry

Type

aphorism observation philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • addiction recovery
  • organizational culture
  • skill acquisition
  • goal setting

Key Concepts

habit loop cognitive bias self‑control

Practical Applications

  • behavioral coaching
  • habit‑tracking apps

Questions to Reflect On

  • What mechanisms keep habits alive?
  • How can we intentionally reshape entrenched habits?
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