Habits use a different part of the brain than making decisions. Therefore, when you begin, it is not a choice, but once it is recognized, you can choose to quit it at that moment. Sometimes what will help is simply asking a friend if you do it all the time.

I’ll be honest; I like instant gratification. Experiencing “need” is not fun. I’d rather skip that uncomfortable question: “What will I do if such and such a need I have is not met?”