25 Aug You don’t have to do what works for you ALL the time
I’m a huge fan of habits and routine. In fact, I’ve written TEN audiobooks for Audible all focusing on the power of habits in different ways.
I began with “Habits for Happiness” (HERE), moved on to “Habits for Happiness at Work” (HERE) and then wrote about habits for overcoming depression and anxiety and more!
For me, habits have allowed me to be more productive and to accomplish more, and they’ve provided safety and security, and a sense of control over a world in which I don’t always feel in control.
It goes without saying that I’ve also helped many clients to also utilise the power of habits over the years.
At the same time, however, always doing what I know works and what I feel comfortable with isn’t always such a great idea. It can contribute to feelings of boredom and it can become mundane. There’s no doubt I’ve found myself at times, due to my love of habits and other variables, in a bit of a rut.
Which is where this post comes in … sometimes we need to STOP doing that which we know works and START doing something very different; even, or especially if it’s scary, and uncomfortable, and challenging.
Because on the other side of that fear and anxiety, amidst the uncertainty, you’ll often find joy and excitement, happiness and a wonderful form of satisfaction that can’t ever be experienced if one always plays it safe. This is largely what my latest book, “Lost & Found” (available on Amazon HERE and Audible HERE) is about.
You can often find what you need if you allow yourself to get lost!