I believe that changing habits takes time but it is a question of perseverance and discipline. I have had a hard time eliminating some of them. Many years ago I was sedentary for example and with perseverance I was able to control that, go for a walk... and now my life has completely changed for the better. I went out one day, walked a bit and then another day and then I started to enjoy nature and it was great!
I have another habit or vice, drinking mate, but it's good for my health so I still drink it and I love it!
Sometimes the luxury of time isn't available where bad habits are concerned...while a person works through the change...well, things may go badly.
It's true, that can happen. I concentrated on improving my wellbeing, and I told myself the best thing for my body and health is not this, let's change. It's hard!
Sometimes one must do difficult things to achieve good things.
Exactly and it was worth it!