Psychology Today | 14.02.2026 02:31
It’s often said that people hate change, but that’s clearly not true – people are constantly trying to improve themselves and their situations. Multiple studies reveal that the desire for change seems to be a core aspect of being human. When there is no change, we feel stagnant or bored and move on to something new. Even in studies of very young infants, researchers measure when the babies look away from an object to indicate when they are “done” and ready for change. But intentional change — like eating better, losing weight, getting out of debt, or being a better parent — is hard because you have to maintain motivation and persistence for a long period of time.
