Ashley Willis
3. Mistakes don’t have to become bad habits.
I’ve learned this one the hard way…especially when it comes to my health. I’ve lost and gained twenty pounds four times in the past five years. I’ve been the epitome of a “yo-yo dieter”. I’ve been an aerobics instructor and a Weight Watchers leader. But, I’ve also been an out-of-shape mom who is content to wear workout clothes without stepping foot in the gym that day.
This yo-yo behavior became my norm only because I would let one mistake turn into a bad habit. I would eat too much popcorn and chocolate one night and end up doing the same thing night after night until it was all I craved, and all my healthy foods would eventually go stale in my pantry. I should have allowed myself one night a week to indulge and eat mainly healthier foods all the other nights. Moderation is a GOOD thing. Just because I can’t be perfect doesn’t mean that I should give up.
The same rule applies to our relationships. If we want to see improvement, we can’t let mistakes turn into bad habits. We must address what we’ve done wrong directly and take steps to make amends and strengthen our relationship.
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