Reading Nina's post about habits prompted me to recall this quote from a movie I watched recently, My Dinner with Andre. On one hand, I can agree that breaking habits is what creates some of the most treasured memories; I, myself, have a hard time doing so and am constantly reminding myself to be brave, just go for it. However, I strongly disagree with this statement in terms of relationships and connections with others. Habit brings me a sense of comfort in my own relationship; in the form of cooking dinner together each night, watching our favorite t.v. shows together, taking trips to the market, daily bike rides, and many long held traditions. For me, habit creates history.
Putting it all together, I'd say habit is all about balance. But heck, isn't everything?
sometimes i feel as if i'm falling into habit, i try to break away from the everyday norm, and do something different.
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i live right outside of boston in peabody mass, but i go to school in boston, its crazy right now with the ted kennedy wake/funeral, obama is going to be in town tomorrow, i'm excited, i'd love to catch a glimpse of him. security is gonna be crazy and confusing in boaton tomorrow.
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