I am so excited about the March of Dimes walk next month! I love doing this because it makes me feel even closer to my daughter. It lets people know that she was someone that was here and they acknowledge her more. I just want everyone to realize and be aware of the things that can go wrong during pregnancy. For example, when I was pregnant with Darcy I never in a million years knew something like this could happen. That could be my own ignorance or lack of education, but I'm sure I'm not the only one unaware of a woman having a weak cervix. The night I went into the hospital before giving birth to Darcy I was in a lot of pain, but I never dreamed that I was in labor. I just thought I'd go in and get checked out and come home happy and still pregnant. The thought of coming home without my baby never crossed my mind. The March of Dimes gives mothers a chance to honor their babies that they have lost and let other know about them. I expect that day will be filled with many tears. Luckily my husband will be there with me and my dear friend that I have made through this trying time. She too lost her daughter the same way and just within a week of us loosing Darcy. Without our friendship this journey would have been more painful and much harder. Darcy has changed my life in so many ways. It's hard to think such a tiny being that was here for just a short time could have such and large impact on her family's life that still continues even to this day. I am sure it will continue for the rest of our lives.
On average, it takes more than 2 months before a new behavior becomes automatic — 66 days to be exact.
This is what one study showed, conducted by Phillipa Lally, and published in the European Journal of Social Psychology. The study also says that it greatly depends on the person (of course), the circumstances, and the behavior. Habit: A settled or regular tendency or practice, especially one that is hard to give up . I have been making exercise a habit since March, earlier this year. A habit, as in at least 5 times a week, during one program 6 days. I think the longest I have taken a break in the last 8 months was a week or two, cause hey, life happens. It has improved every aspect in my life physically, mentally, and emotionally. I used to be that coworker that would fall asleep at her desk. Seriously, I felt like I was back in high school in biology class, which I had right after lunch, with the monotone teacher (sorry Mr. Clark). You know the feeling when you just cannot stay awake for the life of you. That was...
Thinking of you and hoping the walk is a positive day for you.
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