What have you gotten used to in your life, and why?

It has been said that people can get used to almost anything. If it happens gradually over time and in small enough increments, I believe this is true. And when you become used to things being a certain way, you develop what we call a comfort zone around them. When you are in your comfort zone, you don't really have to think too much about it.

If you are used to cleaning up your house every day because you like things neat and tidy, it will put you out of your comfort zone to wake up in the morning and see a sink full of dirty dishes. You will generally make sure that doesn't happen. If, on the other hand, you are used to seeing a sink full of dirty dishes every morning when you get up, it won't bother you at all.

If you are expecting company though, the things you've gotten used to and comfortable with may suddenly become very un-comfortable.  "That's okay for me," you may think, "but I don't want my company to see it like that." Do you know people who go on crash diets before a school reunion or other special event? It is the same sort of thing.

Take a look at your life. Are there things you have gotten used to, bit by bit, that surprise you a little now? Don't just put on a facade for company. You are worthy of the same consideration and the same high standards you display for others. What are the things in your life that you have gotten to used to, which are not to your standards? It is time to make a comfort zone change!

Do it for yourself - because you deserve it!