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EPISODE · Sep 12, 2025 · 48 MIN

How Long Does It Really Take to Change a Habit? Debunking Myths with Dr. Jud Brewer

from The Habit Healers · host Laurie Marbas, MD, MBA

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jud Brewer to tackle one of the questions I get asked all the time: how long does it really take to change a habit? We dive into the psychology behind why we’re so eager for concrete timelines—whether we’re trying to break a bad habit or build a new one. Dr. Brewer shares key insights from his article on the subject, reminding us that while numbers can feel reassuring, the truth is that habit change looks different for everyone. Join me as we explore the nuances of habit formation and discover what it really takes to create lasting change in your life.To connect with Dr. Brewer: https://drjud.com/Link to Substack Article: https://open.substack.com/pub/judbrewer/p/how-long-does-it-really-take-to-change?r=3ufxse&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=falseA Big Thank You To Our Sponsors:If you want the best supplement to help you on your plant-based journey, you have to try Complement: https://lovecomplement.com/?aff=62If you are over the age of 50 and want to improve your body composition, build lean muscle (combat sarcopenia), build stronger bones (to combat osteoporosis), and you want to feel your best, I highly recommend exploring the life-changing coaching offered at https://www.fitvegancoaching.com/ Their personalized, whole-food, plant-based approach helped me lose 7% body fat, gain lean muscle, and even improve my running time—all while feeling energized and healthy. Get full access to The Habit Healers at drlauriemarbas.substack.com/subscribe

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