Bad Habits

By Jaelyn Leyser and Lilly Dunkin

Bad habits often begin as harmless routines, but over time, they can influence daily life. At Anderson County High School, teachers and students were asked about their own bad habits, and the responses revealed that many habits are more common than expected.

Mrs. Rattlif and Mrs. Pope admitted to “chewing the inside of their cheek.” While this may seem like a simple habit, it can also indicate stress or anxiety. On the other hand, the school’s local resource officer, Lovolta, said his bad habit is “probably drinking Coke.” Although soda can be an occasional treat, it can easily become a daily habit.

Students also shared their personal habits. Senior Lizzy Farrar revealed that she tends to “pick at her face.” Mrs. Sigel admitted that her oldest daughter is a “terrible nail-biter.” She also admitted that she (herself, not her daughter) “tends to tune out conversations before someone is finished talking.” These admissions show that everyone, from staff to students, has habits that can be minor annoyances or signals of stress if left unchecked.