When you combine the two components of chemicals hydrogen and oxygen, the result is water of which is of great benefit. But then you have iron when exposed to moisture, this creates rust, of which is not so beneficial. Similarly, it is a matter of the right combination of choices and most importantly the commitment we make to "respond" two the initial components, hence, a good habit is created. As we have been discussing, the two elements we must have, is the reminder and motivation (if, then) that interacts with the third element. these are the rudiments or the groundwork of forming a good habit or an otherwise not so desired habit. this is the third component, it is the "conscious response" that derives from the initial two elements. Our cognitive response is the actual forming of our routine or pattern of the habitual behavior that we want. This behavior can reflect itself in the form of a conscious thought or action. It is hinged on the first two elements, "reminder" and the second element, how strong our motivation that determines whether a response occurs or not. If our conscious response requires more mental or physical effort than we are willing to expend, it will not work for us. Having said that, we are assuming that you have the ability and capability to follow through, thus, we want to be realistic and not idealistic in what we are able to do.
In other words, many of us aspire to become something that is out of reason or unworkable for us, therefore, because of our limitations we want to be reasonable of whatever we want to accomplish. It is remarkably interesting to me how different and varied many of us are mentally wired, however, the main thing is start implementing behavior patterns that will benefit you in your personal and business life. There is a stark difference between response and a reaction. A response is driven by an awareness or conscious reply, where a reaction is more of an unconscious reply. Often case, a reaction is defensive and manifested without any thought, it is instantaneous. A reaction is based on our believes and personal biases of our unconscious mind. For example, many of us are guilty in reacting to what is said in communicating with others instead of giving a thoughtful and conscious reply. Can you see that a response and reaction may look the same but feel different? A few years ago, while sitting in a parking lot, a man approached my vehicle and knocked on my window. He proceeded to ask me for some monetary assistance, and my first reaction was to dismiss him as soon as possible, however, if I had given it a conscious response, I would have asked what I might do for him instead of just giving him a few dollars. A reaction is a knee jerk reaction a response is a mindful answer. So, the whole point, be aware of the reminder, motivation and your response which will lead to the fourth and final component that we will explore in the next post, hence, developing a desired routine or habit.
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