It has been said that people can get used to almost
anything. We believe this to be true, especially if it happens gradually over
time. When you get used to things being a certain way, you develop what we call
a “comfort zone,” which is pretty much just what it sounds like. Adaptability
can be a good thing, but not always.
If you are used to cleaning up your house every day because
you like things neat and tidy, you will be uncomfortable when the sink is full
of dishes. You will experience tension until you restore order.
On the other hand, if you are used to a pile of dirty dishes
in the sink, it won’t bother you at all – unless, of course, you are expecting
company. Then, the things you’ve become used to and comfortable with may
suddenly become very un-comfortable. “That’s OK for me,” you may think, “but I
don’t want my company to see it like that!”
People who go on crash diets before a big event, or clean
out their car before they pick up the boss are doing the same sort of thing.
But think about it – aren’t you worth the same considerations as your company?
Don’t you deserve to live by the same high standards that you adopt to impress
others?
Take a look at your life. What have you become used to over
time that you never really meant to happen?
If you want to change your comfort zone for the better and raise your internal
standards, correct use of affirmations and imagery can be a great help. Tell
the people close to you what you are trying to do, and stick with it. You can
get used to excellence, too!
