Forming a habit: Day 1

"It's impossible," said Pride.

"It's risky," said Experience.

"It's pointless," said Reason.

"Give it a try," whispered the Heart.

So here goes, I'll give it a try.

This particular "conversation" was found online, at my new favorite site, Pinterest. It is a wonderful virtual pin board, and if you aren't already addicted, please feel free to skip the rest of this post and join (but then come back). Of course, as with most online finds, the original source is never properly credited, but I will say it was not mine. Despite this, it is today's inspiration. Small excerpts, quotes, and even song lyrics often leave a mark and make me think. They are sometimes the spark the ignites the fire allowing it to burn through my mind and create something new.

As I mentioned in yesterday's post, 21 days of repetition will form a habit. So, today is day 1. Each day I will choose a quote and write about it and what it might inspire. It's a little like cheating, sure, but at least it will get the metaphorical juices flowing.

Today's quote is perfect for Day 1 of habit forming. It is very much like the conversation that often goes on inside my head. And let's face it, sometimes the conversation goes on outside my head too. Sure, talking to yourself might make people think you're crazy, but I don't answer myself. That part happens inside my head. Duh. But, back to it. This "conversation" is had in my house on a daily basis. It's centered around fear. I have always had a fear of failure, and because of it, I have rarely attempted anything worthwhile. And oh, how wrong I have been. There are so many things I have missed, so many chances I was afraid to take, so many words I simply haven't said...the list is endless. And while I always fall back on trusty "everything happens for a reason" (also anonymous at this point), I know that, ultimately, that reason is me. It's not God interceding or fate keeping me on the right path, it's my fear carving out it's own path. And while I would never go back and change anything (we've all seen the movies and heard the warnings about the dangers of changing the past) I might, nay, WILL, in future, listen to the whispers of the heart and try something new. Because it's never too late. And one never knows what amazing, soul-altering moments might take place if we only allow them to become a part of us. And if it changes me, then maybe I needed some change. And if others don't like it or disapprove, then let them sulk. They are just jealous of my bravery. Frankly, whether that's true or not (and those conversations I have that are more out loud than in my head will debate this) is inconsequential. What matters is that I believe it. So throw caution to the wind and as it blows by, listen to the whispers of the heart being carried along with it.