Choices, going forward

With any periodic, ongoing activity, we have choices: stop, continue, or adjust.

Habits, streaks, commitments … aside from the most legally binding obligations, we have options. Assuming we’re not incarcerated or otherwise held hostage, we get to choose whether to continue.

This does not have to be a daily debate. For instance, we can begin a daily meditation practice and we don’t have to second-guess the choice each morning. Instead, we can intentionally maintain the habit — even slipping into autopilot regarding its continuation.

But every activity (healthy or otherwise) merits occasional review. The question, “Is this serving me well?” is an excellent starting point. When the answer is anything but yes, it’s a good time to carefully and thoughtfully consider our options.