The article explores the concept of craving, particularly in relation to alcohol, by referencing the psychological habit loop: cue, routine, and reward. The author, a therapist who also experiences cravings, discusses her efforts to find interesting non-alcoholic drinks in airports despite acknowledging her ongoing struggle with cravings. The piece emphasizes how environmental triggers can reignite old habits, illustrating the complexity of human behavior in different situations, and provides insight into managing cravings related to addiction or unwanted behaviors.
The habit loop, encompassing cue, routine, and reward, is crucial in understanding how cravings for alcohol or other habits can be triggered.
Despite being a therapist, I sometimes face cravings, particularly in an airport setting, which highlights the powerful influence of environmental cues on habits.
Cravings can be disturbing, but they are part of a natural process. They're essential for understanding how to navigate our habitual behaviors.
Traveling has created a habit loop in my brain; even with my background, I still wrestle with cravings fueled by familiar airport cues.
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