I had hoped this blog would become a habit. It hasn't. But I know how to build a habit. We all do, don't we. I did learn to floss. For years I didn't and now I can't go to bed without. I pray every morning to start my day. If I miss that half hour my day is just not the same. When these habits started to form I wasn't sure of the underlying motive, but now I understand that they are about life and mortality. Regardless of motive, I am happy because they are healthy habits. Can writing a blog become a habit? I guess it is up to me.
Here is a prayer from Life Prayers edited by Elizabeth Roberts and Elias Amidon:
the thought manifests itself in word
The word manifests itself as deed
The deed develops into habit
and habit hardens into character
so watch the thought and its ways with care
and let it spring from love
born out of concern for all beings
-----------------------------------The Buddha
