I've been thinking about promises a lot lately: the ones we make to ourselves and the ones we make to others. I'm infinitely better at keeping promises I make to others. When it comes to ones I make to myself, they tend to slip down the 'to-do' list, getting gradually lower and lower until they're not only on the floor but under the couch with no hope of seeing light or fulfilment.
It's not a lesson I want to pass on to my little boy. I want him to respect the commitments he makes to himself as much as he does those he makes to others. In fact, some theorists believe you can't properly honour commitments to others if you haven't learnt to put yourself first, first.
I'm starting with a little list of promises to myself, to see if I can keep them. Silly stuff like regularly getting my hair cut, finding time for exercise (because oddly enough I've now reached an age where I enjoy it!) and finishing at least one of the books languishing on my computer.
I wonder how others make sure they keep themselves on their priority list - any tips gratefully received.
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