Stuck in a rut? It might be doing you some good
Contrary to popular belief, in many ways, being "stuck in a rut" can be healthy for you. Whether it's a simple habit like getting up early so you can relax with your coffee, or more complicated like a series of things you do in particular order before starting or ending your day, routines and rituals have been clinically shown to reduce stress and promote over-all feelings of well-being. Basic, comfortable "ruts" provide a sense of stability and calmness in an otherwise unpredictable and stressful world. As with everything though, it is possible to overdo it. When rituals become excessive, such as in obsessive compulsive disorder, they start doing you more harm than good.
So go ahead and indulge those quirky little routines that you love so much! And next time somebody accuses you of being in a rut, you can smile to yourself and say "yes I am."
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