We should intentionally cut off the blame,
saying, ‘It’s Okay. Let it be. I won’t fight it’.
Accepting ourselves as we are, forgiving
ourselves for not being perfect is a big step
forward.
The second thing we need to do is ignore the
habit. We can shift our attention somewhere
else: it could be a project we’re working on, or
it could be our yoga practice. We need
something to give us the enjoyment, the juices
of life that we are craving for.
Let the habit run on its own, but don’t sponsor
it. The less you think about the habit, the less
powerful it becomes, for it is where the
attention goes, the energy follows.
So, if you want to step on your yoga mat, don’t
wait for your bad habits to disappear. Focus on
the practice, and you’ll see that whatever is
inefficient will gradually fade away as your
awareness expands. Your willpower will grow
with practice, and you’ll get the juices of life
you’re craving for out of a healthier source.
Don’t worry. Practice.