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The Way I Destroy Advent Calendars Proves I Have No Self-Discipline
Visions of chocolatey treats danced in my head when a coworker gifted me a Christmas Countdown advent calendar.
“How delightful!”
I eagerly accepted, blissfully unaware of the impending sugar-fueled skirmish. Oh, what a fool I was to underestimate this countdown to Christmas!
Like Eve beholding the forbidden fruit, I quickly found myself tempted by the sweet surprises behind each petite door. By day three, my self-control began to crumble. By day five, any semblance of restraint had melted away, leaving me defenseless against chocolate’s siren call.
I decimated that calendar like a ravenous beast, demolishing in five days what was meant to be savored slowly. Surveying the cardboard graveyard, realization sunk in — my gluttony had ruined the experience.
Now, a week later, only regret remains.
My lack of discipline spoiled what should have been an exercise in patience and daily joy. We all have weaknesses — sweets happen to be mine.
This was a wake-up call that I still have much to learn when it comes to resisting temptation. But growth takes time. And chocolate.
