How to Change Habits?

Yesterday, I was working out in the gym. It was a weights day which I love. I had done the leg press and my calf raises and started to unload the weights I had off the leg press. As I was carrying them to wherever they were being stored, this gorgeous man asked if I wanted help. I was so taken aback I looked at him blankly and said, “What?” He said, “Would you like me to get the remaining weights for you?”

Me, being me, automatically replied, “Oh, no, I’m okay mate. Thanks though.” Then I added, “Unless you feel the need for that much more of a workout?” He said, “No, just thought I’d see if you needed any help.” It wasn’t until about 30 seconds later when I realised just how dumb I really was!! I mean, here was this hot guy talking to me and offering to help and instead of accepting it gratefully, I instantly went into tough-girl-I-don’t-need-help mode. WTF? By then he had finished his workout and left. Le sigh.

On one hand, at least I realised it 30 seconds later. That might be a new record for me. On the other hand, le sigh. Why are old habits so hard to break??

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