A big challange that I want to adress next is self discipline. I really have neglected this for the last years.
It was ok for a while not to push myself too much, because my soul had to do lots of healing. But I’m so much better now.
But it’s easier said than done, and many parts of my life are affected. From bad eating habits and chores to keeping in touch with family and friends. If something comes up, I usually can handle it, but there’s no consistency. There are things I really stick to, like cooking or walking the dogs, but at the same time I feel unfinished tasks are building up, and that worries me. I allow myself to be easily distracted by playing games or internet surfing.
Of course I have to be mindful of my physical and mental issues, but they are no excuse for not holding myself accountable.
I have to admit the first steps are hard. This starts with getting up early in the morning. But I make things harder for myself by finding a million excuses not to go to bed on time. We talked about this in the last therapy session, often I am my biggest problem. Maybe I will find out why this happens.
Viola's Daily Musings 
We all have these issues. I have these issues. I try to get my chores done before I goof off, but sometimes that doesn’t work. You’re not alone, Viola.
Have a fabulous day and week. ♥
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Thanks. It’s good to hear I’m not the only one ❤️
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First steps are always the hardest, but it does get easier the further you walk.
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That’s true. Once it becomes a habit it gets so much better. The tricky thing is getting there…
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Its so difficult. I think its hard to have self discipline. I hope you figure this out!
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Thanks! It’s difficult after all this time, but it must be possible!
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How do you see yourself? What do you think of your life and what will the changes bring?
If getting up earlier each day will make your home tidier, allowing you to receive compliments from others and inspire you to redecorate the dining room, then up out of bed you go, however you may just be stuck in a rut and until you feel like you want to change you won’t magically become disciplined. You (may) have to find motivation first
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Finding motivation is exactly the point. Without this, nothing will change.
You brought up some very valid questions I need to think about, thanks for that!
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You are working on yourself which is one of the most worthwhile things you can do in life. “One day at a time” and “progress not perfection” are two of my favorite life guiding phrases .
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I always have been a perfectionist, so “progress, not perfection” is exactly what I need to work on 😉
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It is something I have to remind myself of often.
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Please look online for a used copy of a book called The Four Tendencies. You will find out what your tendency is when it comes to what is expected of you and what you expect of yourself, and how to help yourself do the things you want to do.
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Thank you! I was able to get the kindle edition, so I can start reading straight away and don’t have to wait for the book to be delivered. Looking forward to reading it!
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Making changes are never easy, it took Granny more than 20 years to change a pattern, but she has learned that when you accept that it is what it is right now, changes will come. She always ask herself “what else is possible?” well…and then the magic begins✨That’s some great artwork. You go girl! Pawkisses for a Happy Tuesday🐾😽💞
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Wow, Granny worked on this for twenty years? That’s perseverance! I hope it won’t take that long for me to change something, but hey,better late than never!
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hi
I’m doing mental health awareness re-blogs, can you suggest me a post by you that you would want me to share??
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