Like the proverbial frog in the pot of increasingly hot water, sometimes we inure ourselves to growing levels of discomfort. It’s easy for most of us to adapt to small changes in discomfort over time. 

Situations change, we all know that. Perhaps, what started out as a fulfilling career can devolve into a source of frustration and angst. A good marriage can change over time into an unfulfilling cohabitation. Friendships can turn, and well, you get the idea.

If you are like most people there have been times in your life when you’ve gradually adapted to a situation that would have made you very uncomfortable if the deteriorations hadn’t occurred over time. 

The challenge is in recognizing that the water has become too hot for your comfort. And the positive news? Hot water can be a great motivator to figure out how take control of your own thermostat. Choosing to live with the discomfort is an option. Choosing to make small changes is another option. So is jumping out of the pot.

The next challenge is to forgive yourself if you think (under the brilliant light of hindsight) that you stayed in the pot too long. Perfect timing only exists in music and sports. 

Stay safe everyone.

Anne Milne is an every Sunday blogger.  Facebook or Twitter.