For the past week I’ve been head in to a new diet and exercise regime.  Part of the program is to take one day off a week to eat whatever I want.  After enjoying a deliciously large slice of new york style pizza, I started thinking about the falls I usually take when making changes in my life.

Usually when I falter from a change I am trying to include in my life, I guilt myself.  I question my effort, look at is a negative occurrence, and continue to strive for perfection in my goal.   This inevitably happens on a difficult path, but after a few times, I’ve usually accomplished what I set out for.

However, now I think that the negative consequences are actually a crucial element in accomplishing a change more quickly.  Allowing the mind the freedom to follow it’s own path once a week, gives room for the change to crystalize.  Instead of the change being forced, it is allowed to relax into my everyday life.

Now, my goals as well as my diet and exercise get a weekly break.  I let my mind naturally lead me in the direction it wants.  When the day is over, I truly feel relaxed, and I am eager to take the next steps on my goals.