We have all heard it takes 21 days to develop a habit – and 7 days to break it. I’m living proof that this pattern is easy to follow – especially the breaking part.
But then I heard it really takes 66 days to make a change really count. My friend/boss was telling me about it and that together we should start on January 1st and together develop some good habits. Rather a team motivation process. Motivate each other to make the right choices. And give each other crap if we stray from the path. She’s good at that 
I liked the idea – and it scared me at the same time. I am so tired of failing myself.
We are both going away on a business trip the 3rd week in January where I will see my favorite work peers and we really have a lot of fun when we get together. It doesn’t happen that often so we tend to have social nights while away. This year Melinda and I will be partaking in club soda during these events.
Hmmm… had I been alone without Melinda there doing the same thing… I am sure I would give in to the party atmosphere with the guys but with Mel there right beside me not partaking along with me, I think it will be doable. Some of these guys I have worked with for 20+ years – we are almost a family this team of mine. They will support us, but give us a hard time at the same time. But since they are almost family – I can tell them what I think of their antics… LOL.
So starting January 1st (and yes I could start today but am not), we are going to go 66 days living a completely clean and healthy lifestyle. And I guarantee it will continue long after that. It has to, my future happiness depends on it…really it does…
Mr. Sandra will not be happy because to make this successful for me, he has to start cleaning up his lifestyle too. I’m not buying anymore crap and putting it in the house. He eats it more than I do but for his sake I’m going to stop purchasing it. I keep wondering what he is waiting for…. I have to tell ya folks, moving out here to the country where he was going to be active, and participate in life – well it hasn’t started yet. I’m not sure what he wants to do with the rest of his retired life because if he continues on the path he is on, he will not live past 60.
So you will find boring posts coming starting January 1st, Day 1 of 66 blah blah with all the details on how I am managing. I was going to do one new thing a day but not sure I can think of 66 goals…. so will just journal how I’m doing.
I might even join in a challenge in blogland to help me keep on track. I mean the more of you giving me heck about falling off track, well the better for me it will be
I hope you all are doing great and have a wonderful holiday!!
Sandra
This post is making me smile from ear to ear. You do the right things and if Mr. Sandra does not, well, then it's his loss!
ReplyDeleteSuccess tends to beget success, I have found...when I eat better, am more active, and tend to look better, my hubs tends (not always consciously) to do the same...maybe if you and your friend get out and do some fun stuff, like going to paintball or something like that, your hubs would be willing to come with? I like the idea of being responsible to others, I feel the pending guilt of admitting failure keeps me in line, too!!! Best of luck, I think you will do well!
ReplyDeleteSo glad you joined the challenge...
ReplyDelete66 days eh? I'm there with you! And like you...i'm kinda getting my mind in line to REALLY start on January 2! :-)
ReplyDeleteOhhh and your healthy posts will NOT be boring! :-)
I did the 66 days thing last year. It really held true for me. At least until I had my injury, then it all went out the window. :\ Thanks for the reminder though... I'm at a point where I just might pick it back up as the new year begins. I'm sure you'll do GREAT with it. :)
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