Apr

Curbing Bad Habits

About three weeks ago, I posted my list of bad habits. It’s now time to rise up and see how much I’ve cut back since then.

Watched too much television
I had successfully stopped watching full length movies and even TV episodes every night. Instead I spend my time reading, talking to my family, and… sleeping.
Drank coffee
I curbed this one pretty good, too. At one time, I was offered a free small sample of ice coffee at Mcdonald’s. I accepted it, but ended up throwing it away.
Ate too much sweets (candy, chocolates, cookies)
I couldn’t avoid this one. Work had chocolate chip cookies the 2nd day, and I was hungry. Sweets are like red meat to me – just can’t live without them.
Had not exercise regularly
I couldn’t exercise regularly because I had a debilitating allergies. Stuffed up nose made it hard for me to breath. I did replace my usual bike ride and driving range, with gardening: digging, lawn mowing, etc. The irony is the allergies was from the pollen – while working in the yard.
Spent too much on Facebook
I stopped for 5 days. I couldn’t stay out. My friends are too important.
Stressed over politics
This one was unavoidable when they passed the health care bill. I should’ve tried harder to avoid this because it stressed me out.
Had not slept enough
This one I could claim I did it. My sleeping schedule was back to 10pm and wake up at 7am. The allergies helped me sleep more, too.

I learned I have an excessive amount of dedication over certain things. I need to do a better job balancing my time and curbing my selfish wants. Otherwise, I’ll need another 3 weeks to stop my bad habit.