Adherence

Lower socioeconomic status is associated with lower health consciousness (frequency of thinking about healthy behaviors), stronger beliefs in chance/external control over health, and reduced future salience (thinking about the future), which independently predict unhealthy behaviors such as smoking, sedentary lifestyle, and poor diet.

If you find it hard to stick to healthy habits, it might not just be about willpower or money. Try shifting your mindset: focus on what you can control (like your daily choices) rather than luck, and practice visualizing your future self. Small steps to think about the long-term benefits of your actions can help build the motivation needed for lasting change.