By Bronwyn Ison
Poor habits? I candidly admit I have mine. You will reap long-term rewards by jettisoning your poor habits. Commence to identify your habit(s). Secondly, develop a plan to modify. Lastly, take action and follow through with your plan. Lifelong habits will be challenging to break. Remember nothing is insurmountable.
Temptation is defined as enticement or to allure. Typically, if temptation surfaces it may not be the best choice. Often there is a little voice telling you not to move forward. Why do you inveterate nature? It’s simple… we’re not supposed to follow the temptation but it’s to enticing. Following temptation generally produces poor results. Anytime I have been challenged by temptation, I’ve been terribly disappointed. However, I only have myself to blame. I made the decision and then need to reconcile my choice. Presumably, these are life lessons.
If you are cognizant of your bad habits this will allow you to identify your temptations and weaknesses. If you have a tendency to snack on junk food, you should dispose of unhealthy food in your home. When you feel lonely, be sure to fill your time with something or someone who is nurturing. Don’t entertain unhealthy relationships simply because you are bored. Select activities that will invigorate your health and attitude. Consider helping a friend in need if you have time to spare. Both of you will benefit. Your spirit will be recharged.
You may have heard, “Don’t link up with those who will pollute you.” Spend your time with people who lift your spirits and feed your soul. Within the past year I resolved to surround myself with soul feeders versus those who will extract every bit of life from you. Nothing is worse than wasting your time on someone who gains pleasure by venting their misery. Break the habit of maintaining company with negative people.
Perhaps your poor habit is a lack of exercise. Fill your free time with healthy activity. What physical exercise is appealing to you? Fortunately, we live in a beautiful city. The sun shines a majority of the year and there is an abundance of outdoor activities.
The New Year is around the corner. About this time of year we ponder our New Year’s resolutions. Why should you wait to preclude what is not prospering you? I know… you desire to indulge in the poor habit a little longer because it’s been your buddy for so long. I can relate. When you decide to release your poor habit it may feel like a divorce or similarly, you’ve lost your best friend. Remember, relinquishing your inveterate nature is holding you back from your greatest potential.
Do not fear your habits. You have everything to gain by saying goodbye. Be patient, stay confident and resist temptation.
Bronwyn Ison is the owner of Evolve Yoga. www.e-volveyoga.com 760.564.YOGA(9642)
