So we talked of different methods to combat the laziness. A rewards jar or an if this than I can have that scenario. She said something that really struck me though. It comes down to a constant negotiation with ourselves. Even if we are having those thoughts of I don't want to, we can play a mental game with ourselves. Our subconcious doesn't realize we are playing the game, only our conciousness. So in reality if you trick yourself it has the same effect as if we had made the choice out of habit.
Since we talked about this, I have started playing the game. If I want to sit at the computer and I have a load of laundry to do, I will say I will sit down after I do the laundry. Of course not out loud. :)
If I want to watch a TV show, I will do the dishes first, or do them while watching. "I can watch while I wash the dishes". It isn't saying no to myself, but adding conditions.
My trainer even mentioned something like this the other day. When she wants a treat, she will tell herself she can have it later (tonight or tomorrow) usually when the time comes she doesn't want it anymore. Interesting isn't it. When I tried holding off on treats until a specific day every week, I found myself craving them more, hiding stuff in the freezer wolfing it down on Saturday. Perhaps my waiting time was too long.
So far the mental game is working for me in getting me up and moving instead of sitting and not moving. I found Downton Abby last week...lets say that was rather dangerous. I have been watching it quite a bit. But usually (recently) while I am doing something else.
If you try playing games with yourself, let me know how it goes!
