Day 214: habits

I have been thinking a lot lately about habits.

I think it is safe to say that  everyone finds it hard to establish good  habits, easy to break good habits, easy to start bad habits and hard to break bad habits. I really wish that wasn't true...but it certainly seems that way.

I have often heard that it is better to never start a bad habit so you never have to quit - this good advice is usually meant for something like smoking or taking drugs. But habits - good or bad - are a part of everything we do.

Getting to bed on time is a habit. Sleeping in is a habit (that is if you do it every day - it is a treat when it happens in a blue moon). Eating healthy, exercise....all of it is habits.

I have freely admitted in the past that not all of my walks are of the same caliber. When I have been tremendously sick, I still walk but not at the same intensity as when I am healthy - that is because I am trying to keep the habit, not necessarily stay fit.

I have been pondering if that same type of idea/principle applies to other areas of my life - eating healthier, getting adequate sleep, studying scriptures, reading, home schooling...you get the idea.

I have a tendency to be an all or nothing kind of gal. I am either 100% gung-ho for a current project/plan/idea or I want nothing to do with it. I truly want to become a more middle of the road kind of gal. One who can be more consistent with the habits I attempt to make.

It is okay to be 100% when getting rid of a bad habit...it is great to be 100% when keeping a good habit....and sometimes, it is just about being some kind of consistent.

Happy Walking!