New Habits

This morning when I began my prayer time I was struck by a reflection I had read in Daily Word.  I share it with you as a call to who we are truly meant to be.  Let us live each day for the love of God shared with all people.

I COMMIT TO HIGHER EXPRESSIONS OF SPEECH, THOUGHT, AND ACTION.

Aristotle taught, “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” To be the best expression of the Christ that I can be, I revisit my behaviors and routines. Where needed, I replace unhealthy habits with life-affirming ones.

If I find that I regularly complain, I make a concerted effort to express gratitude. If I have lapsed into mindless routines, such as snacking or binge-watching television, I insert a new activity into that same time slot, such as walking, reading, praying, or meditating.

As I consciously replace ineffective habits with more constructive ones, I feel happier, more peaceful, and energetic—more like my true self—each day.

 “Put these things into practice, devote yourself to them, so that they all may see your progress.”  1 Timothy 4: 15

Pat Schifini, OSU