There may be a grey area when deciding which one is stronger between love and habits. But, what is clearly black and white is that “You are stronger than your habits”. 

Research has shown that those who succeeded in reforming in rehab centres had the willingness to change. This willingness was missing in those who failed to reform. A critical factor in changing our behaviour is our own determination to change. 

But what do we observe commonly? Even a powerful emotion like love does not provide the fire needed to change ourselves. The truth is that nothing outside of us can light this fire within. It is only when we decide for ourselves that change happens.

Those who change for love are making a decision based on their values and priorities. They know they are stronger than their habits. Love is only a trigger. The commitment and perseverance needed to change is their own resolve. 

If you wish to change then stop waiting for motivation from outside, which is anyway outside your control. Follow through on your commitments to yourself. Not only will you change for the better, but your faith in yourself and self-esteem will increase by leaps and bounds.