Studies Indicate Visual Timers Prevent Relapse in Bad Habit Extinction

Breaking a bad habit—a process called "extinction"—is notoriously difficult because the cue is still present in the environment. When the cue hits, the urge to perform the bad habit is intense.

The Practice of Urge Surfing

A proven technique to prevent relapse is "urge surfing." Instead of fighting the urge, you acknowledge it and "surf" it until it subsides. Cravings usually peak and pass within a few minutes.

The Visual Surfboard

A visual timer serves as the surfboard. When the craving hits, you set a visual timer for 10 minutes. You don't have to promise you will never do the bad habit again; you only promise you will wait until the timer finishes. Usually, by the end of the visual countdown, the urge has passed.

Why Liquid Countdown Timer?

The Liquid Countdown Timer is your tool for breaking bad habits. When a craving strikes, start the timer and watch the liquid drain. It provides the visual focus needed to safely ride out the urge.

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