I’ve often heard that we are the sum total of our habits. What we do eventually defines who we are. So does what we do not do. So, for example, if you work out everyday, you will probably become a fit person. If you do not work out at all, you will probably be out of shape. Simple enough, right? However, in my daily life, I feel that I often overlook this maxim of truth. I don’t really have many life enhancing habits.
Here’s what I mean. I don’t exersize. (can’t even spell the word) I don’t have a regular, set aside time to pray, meditate, write or reflect. I do these things, but almost as an afterthought. Whenever I think of them, I do them. I don’t participate in regular service to others. One could count teaching as “service”, but, for me, my service would require meeting more direct needs or providing greater uplift of the human spirit.
So what am I really about? Not being a creature of habit, am I floating through this experience, hoping great things will come out of subpar effort? Who’s really running this show? My laziness?
What do you think about this? What habits do you have that help you serve God, grow in touch with yourself, and share your gifts with others? What habits do you need to develop?
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