We must read good and inspiring books, we need to turn our technology and read literature of substance. It is also necessary to talk to each other and converse about life.
I have experienced something like breaking with bad habits that I used to have and I would say that to do sports also help a lot.
As I mentioned I have recently engaged in sports activities and it helped me a lot to deal with a minor problem that I used to have. How did it go? It went terrific but it is always an ongoing challenge.
I really wish you provided the research study. I would be happy to answer. It should be attached to wherever you found this question. Hope this helps :)