r/habits
R/Habits is a place to share news and discuss the formation, cessation, and alteration of habits in people.
How to think about r/habits
The community focuses on the exploration and discussion of habits, including their formation, cessation, and modification. Members share personal experiences, strategies, and insights related to building positive habits or breaking negative ones. This community is distinct for its supportive atmosphere, where individuals can seek advice and encouragement in their habit-related journeys.
Confidence 4/5
Audience
Participants in this community range from young adults to older individuals, often seeking self-improvement and personal development. The vibe is generally positive and encouraging, with members motivated to share their successes and challenges. They care deeply about productivity, mental health, and lifestyle changes, making it a diverse group united by a common goal of bettering themselves.
Posting culture
Content that thrives includes personal stories, tips, and evidence-based strategies for habit formation and change. Members appreciate authenticity and actionable advice, while overly promotional or vague posts tend to get downvoted. The community encourages regular engagement, with a mix of daily discussions and weekly challenges to keep members motivated and accountable.
Brand engagement notes
Brands should approach this community with caution, as members are often skeptical of overt promotion. Authentic engagement is key; brands can contribute by sharing valuable resources, tools, or insights related to habit formation. Content that offers genuine support, such as success stories or expert advice, is more likely to resonate. Avoiding hard sells and instead focusing on building trust and community is essential for positive reception.
Top keywords
What r/habits talks about
Weighted by how often each term appears in posts and comments, relative to baseline frequency. The largest words are the strongest signals of community focus.
External signals
Where the community looks
Top external domains linked from posts and comments — a quick read on the sources of truth this audience trusts.
Top contributors
Who shapes the conversation
The most active and most-upvoted posters and commenters in this community. Useful when planning outreach or studying a community's tastemakers.
Top posters
By post count
- u/ParadigmShift007
- u/Consistent_Sport9571
- u/azizb46
- u/Puzzleheaded_Ad_4478
- u/mangadrawing123
- u/clumsy-af28
- u/CodeLast7
- u/Noahsmom21
- u/RecipesThatMakeBombs
- u/EstablishmentExtra41
- u/rdhikshith
- u/Outside-Movie-4908
- u/OddAd9258
- u/tinclec
- u/layousia
- u/New-Possibility-577
- u/peaceiseverystepp
- u/prachi_19
- u/Jogy-Bogy
- u/nreckless69
- u/kel2345
- u/Ok-Barracuda7502
- u/h-musicfr
- u/joshiebudd
- u/flinkliv
- u/Tycoonstory2020
- u/GoldenLugia16
- u/Sad-Brief-2846
By votes
- u/ParadigmShift007
- u/Consistent_Sport9571
- u/clumsy-af28
- u/mangadrawing123
- u/CodeLast7
- u/RecipesThatMakeBombs
- u/azizb46
- u/Noahsmom21
- u/EstablishmentExtra41
- u/Outside-Movie-4908
- u/rdhikshith
- u/OddAd9258
- u/tinclec
- u/layousia
- u/New-Possibility-577
- u/peaceiseverystepp
- u/prachi_19
- u/Jogy-Bogy
- u/Puzzleheaded_Ad_4478
- u/nreckless69
- u/kel2345
- u/Ok-Barracuda7502
- u/h-musicfr
- u/joshiebudd
- u/flinkliv
- u/Tycoonstory2020
- u/GoldenLugia16
- u/Sad-Brief-2846
Top commenters
By comment count
- u/Imaginary_Archer4628
- u/thecatstolemyheart
- u/Jordan_pushed_off_
- u/kbcr3ative
- u/Tiny_Potato2
- u/ThePluckyJester
- u/yelkamel
- u/SnowSlider3050
- u/Puzzleheaded_Ad_4478
- u/Richie1776
- u/lipsrednails
- u/saltydaable
- u/fuggedaboutit_
- u/MaterialFlower9613
- u/Mundane-Bluejay5408
- u/slfnflctd
- u/mbence111
- u/rondeline
- u/CoachCarola
- u/-Gandaledore
- u/internetinterpreter
- u/Big_downtown_animal
- u/General_Katydid_512
- u/merz1025
- u/sachin571
- u/linedblock
- u/joshiebudd
- u/helper213
By votes
- u/ThePluckyJester
- u/Jordan_pushed_off_
- u/rondeline
- u/yelkamel
- u/SnowSlider3050
- u/Imaginary_Archer4628
- u/thecatstolemyheart
- u/saltydaable
- u/fuggedaboutit_
- u/kbcr3ative
- u/Tiny_Potato2
- u/Puzzleheaded_Ad_4478
- u/Richie1776
- u/lipsrednails
- u/MaterialFlower9613
- u/Mundane-Bluejay5408
- u/slfnflctd
- u/mbence111
- u/CoachCarola
- u/-Gandaledore
- u/internetinterpreter
- u/Big_downtown_animal
- u/General_Katydid_512
- u/merz1025
- u/sachin571
- u/linedblock
- u/joshiebudd
- u/helper213
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FAQ
r/habits — frequently asked questions
Quick facts about this subreddit's size, history, focus, and related communities.
How many subscribers does r/habits have?
r/habits has approximately 175,166 subscribers as of May 27, 2026.
When was r/habits created?
r/habits was created on May 12, 2010 (16 years ago).
What is r/habits about?
The community focuses on the exploration and discussion of habits, including their formation, cessation, and modification. Members share personal experiences, strategies, and insights related to building positive habits or breaking negative ones. This community is distinct for its supportive atmosphere, where individuals can seek advice and encouragement in their habit-relat…
What subreddits are similar to r/habits?
Communities similar to r/habits include r/atomichabit, r/bettermentbookclub, r/productivityapps, r/selfhelp, r/dopaminedetoxing.
Who are the most active posters on r/habits?
The most frequent posters on r/habits include u/ParadigmShift007, u/Consistent_Sport9571, u/azizb46.
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