The Downward Spiral

This morning I woke so tired, but after my weekend of self-indulgence I knew I had to get up and get motivated.  My motto was "one good choice leads to another".  I notice that one bad choice leads to a rapid downward spiral.  My son wakes me up 3 times during the night so I wake up tired.  Then I eat carb-rich foods to get energy to stay awake.  Then I crash and need more sugar, so I reach for some M&M's.  Then I feel bloated so I take GasX to feel better.  Then I stay up late because I need some downtime and I get a snack.  By the time I go to bed my pants are tight and I feel like an old lady.  Not today.  I write to inspire all of you but also to motivate myself.  "Weeping may remain for a night, but rejoicing comes in the morning." Psalms 30:5b.  Each morning His mercies are new and so you should give yourself some mercy.  It is a chance to begin again.  Whatever habit you want to break or change, just get started.  And as the saying goes, if you fail, get right back on that horse.  It takes 28 days to break a habit, 6-8 weeks to make a new habit to replace the old, and only one day to screw it all up.  But keep some reminders around that will help you stay motivated.  Mark days off on the calendar.  Have a date to celebrate your success.  Have an accountability partner.  Ask a friend to join you in your habit changing.  You can do it!!  And if you have a bad day, start over tomorrow!