# Going Back to Old Habits and How Journaling Can Break the Cycle

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Podcast: [The Journaling Guy Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-journaling-guy-podcast-6622187)
Published: 2026-05-18T05:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.thejournalingguy.com/
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## Resource

On this episode of The Journaling Guy Podcast (Season 3, Episode 12), I'm talking about Breaking Old Habits Through Journaling . We're only human after all, which is why we repeat old habits and behaviours, even when we genuinely want to change. Habits aren’t logical, they’re emotional. We like to think habits are simply about discipline or willpower. But they’re not. Habits are responses! Your Journaling Prompt for This Week is - Breaking The Pattern. What habit or behaviour do I keep returning to? When does this pattern usually appear? What does this habit temporarily give me? What is a healthier response instead? What would help me notice the pattern earlier next time? Don't attempt to break habits through self-criticism; Shame rarely creates sustainable change. ------------------ Please get in touch with any questions and of course, your feedback too. Email - hello@thejournalingguy.com If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who might need a bit of space to think. Plus, please leave me a review, they matter so much for getting the podcast heard and seen. Always remember... "keep writing, keep noticing, and keep showing up for yourself", Matt.

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