I'm reading a book called Changing for Good, by James O. Prochaska, Ph.D., John C. Norcross, Ph.D., and Carlo C. Diclemente, Ph.D. I came across a part in the book and have to share it with you.
The authors point out* that many people can control their problems while at work, but their controls go to put when they return home in the evening. They eat sensibly all day and then go off the wagon in the evening. Perhaps we say the following statements to ourselves to justify this behavior:
"I'm home and I can do whatever I want."
"There's nothing I have to do for others now, so I can indulge myself."
"I just need to escape from reality."
"After all I've done today, I deserve this."
If this is a process that describes you, try slowing the process down the next time you come home from work. Listen to the statements you are saying to yourself. Record them, if you want. At least shed some light on what you're doing. I've found that when I become aware of a problem, there's a much greater chance it will improve.
Come home from work with the right mental attitude and you'll be serving strong!
*Resource: Changing for Good, page 125
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