Lent is an ideal time to start new good habits. The good decisions we make during Lent should become good habits to keep in life. It will gradually become conducive to spiritual growth. Lent is an opportunity to develop such good decisions in life into good habits.
1. Pray Together
Family members should make it a habit to sit together every day and recite the rosary. This habit will set a good example for the children in our home. In some houses, the rosary is recited regularly. They make the decision to pray more devoutly. At the same time, it is important that everyone in the house is present.
2. Attend Holy Mass Regularly
It is a very good habit to attend the Holy Mass regularly during this Lent. It’s also something that can be changed later in life. We may have to make some sacrifices behind it, but it is imperative that no one from home misses out on Holy Communion.
3. Morning Walk
Getting up a little early every day with little sacrifice is a very good exercise and a good habit. It is a good idea to think positive things personally while walking and dedicate that day to God. Not only this, but it is also a great opportunity to breathe fresh air.
4. Practice Hygiene
Hygiene is something that should always be maintained in life. However, it is time to emphasize hygiene a little more on the occasions of this fast. This can train children at home. Thus the good habit of serving others will also grow.
5. Keep a Prayer Book in your Hand
It is a good idea to keep a prayer book in hand for daily prayers. Mentioning the time we spend in prayer in our daily lives will help us to understand the ups and downs of our spiritual growth later on.
6. Try to Know more about the Saints
Strive to know and understand more about the lives of the saints during this Lent. It will increase the habit of reading and lead to a better understanding of the lives of the saints. Thus, our personal life will be better organized.
7. Control the Over Use of Social Media
Many people today spend most of their time using social media excessively. It is good to understand how much time social media is used and to decide the restrictions yourself. It would be a good decision if those who use excessively control themselves.
8. Limit Excessive Water Consumption
God has endowed us with many natural resources. The decision to use it more carefully is the need of the hour. Especially when it comes to using water. It is a good idea to change the habit of using water unnecessarily and check yourself.