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Charles Duhigg asserts that “Habits can be changed if we understand how they work.” Explain and give examples of what Duhigg means by this: how habits work and how habits can be changed. Do you agree with his interpretation of the science he uses in his book? Often, we do not disagree with the science or the data we are presented; we are in disagreement with the way it has been interpreted and presented to us as readers. One way of looking at this topic is to see it simply: Ultimately, Duhigg's claim is that we are not entirely in control of our behavior as much as we'd like to believe or think. This changes so much if we apply this argument to crime, addiction, study habits, hygiene, etc. A more philosophical question is this: If we can be "asleep" in our routines, are we really that in control of ourselves? When someone says, "He's an alcoholic, he made a choice" is this an accurate argument in your opinion? Basically, I am asking you do you agree with what Duhigg is essentially implying? What is he implying? If you have difficulties getting started in your essay, start off with his assertion. Ultimately, is he weighing in on the topic of free will? If most of our habits are unconsciously learned, do we really have free will? Lots to consider.