Happiness is...
Doing things for you. I get it, it's important to be productive, stay healthy, and maintain the budget. But some days I don't care about being a well-adjusted adult. Take today, for example. After church, I went and bought myself some new clothes. Following my retail therapy, I cooked a party pizza... and I ate the whole thing. Sure, I still went for a run and stayed mostly on track, but after I got home I watched a bunch of television and ate a little bit of chocolate. I deserve a me day. I never stop and do what I want because I want it. Think about it. How much of your daily routine is set up so that you can be a good adult---work, home, exercise, eat a balanced meal, obey the laws of society, take care of your family. I'm allowed some frivolity am I not? My answer is yes. Today's the day.
Showing posts with label health. Show all posts
Showing posts with label health. Show all posts
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Crack My Back!
Happiness is...
When your back gives way to a nice stretch or crack. Okay, this sounds silly, but I'm absolutely serious. I love cracking my back. No, I'm not talking about when you stretch and pop one vertebrae... I'm referring to the feeling of looking over your shoulder and having several loud cracks and amazing relief. Cracking my back has some great healing properties that I can't even begin to describe---so I won't try.
Instead, I'll just twist in my seat, let my spine do the work. It's been super susceptible to being cracked lately. I'm not sure why... but I'm not complaining.
When your back gives way to a nice stretch or crack. Okay, this sounds silly, but I'm absolutely serious. I love cracking my back. No, I'm not talking about when you stretch and pop one vertebrae... I'm referring to the feeling of looking over your shoulder and having several loud cracks and amazing relief. Cracking my back has some great healing properties that I can't even begin to describe---so I won't try.
Instead, I'll just twist in my seat, let my spine do the work. It's been super susceptible to being cracked lately. I'm not sure why... but I'm not complaining.
Friday, September 9, 2011
Catching up...
Happiness is...
Chiropractic care. Holistic, healthy, amazing medicine. No, you do not need drugs or tests or diagnoses. Not today.
Not after the car accidents I've been through.
It's about time I get this attended to and start feeling better.
Chiropractic care. Holistic, healthy, amazing medicine. No, you do not need drugs or tests or diagnoses. Not today.
Not after the car accidents I've been through.
It's about time I get this attended to and start feeling better.
Saturday, September 3, 2011
Drugs
Happiness is...
Antihistamines. Yes, I got a full night's sleep. AND I didn't even have to deal with allergies. Double whammy... It was amazing, you must admit your envy. Riddle me this: what other drug accomplishes so many amazing purposes? What legal drug?
Antihistamines. Yes, I got a full night's sleep. AND I didn't even have to deal with allergies. Double whammy... It was amazing, you must admit your envy. Riddle me this: what other drug accomplishes so many amazing purposes? What legal drug?
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Music is my Medicine
Happiness is...
CD Sharing.
Having a bad day? I can recommend some pick me ups. OR I can hand you a CD that's always worked for me. There's nothing like it. When you have someone who has a bad day, pass it on. That's what one of my good friends did for me... and now I have who-knows-whose CD. But it fulfills its purpose when it puts that smile on my face...
"I think music in itself is healing. It's an explosive expression of humanity. It's something we are all touched by. No matter what culture we're from, everyone loves music." --Billy Joel
"Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything." --Plato
"One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain." --Bob Marley
CD Sharing.
Having a bad day? I can recommend some pick me ups. OR I can hand you a CD that's always worked for me. There's nothing like it. When you have someone who has a bad day, pass it on. That's what one of my good friends did for me... and now I have who-knows-whose CD. But it fulfills its purpose when it puts that smile on my face...
"I think music in itself is healing. It's an explosive expression of humanity. It's something we are all touched by. No matter what culture we're from, everyone loves music." --Billy Joel
"Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything." --Plato
"One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain." --Bob Marley
Friday, June 24, 2011
cheerios
Happiness is...
Cheerios. Today is their 70th birthday, and also conveniently the day I chose to open a new box and dig in.
With all of their health benefits, they confirm the fact that breakfast is the most important meal of the day (and my personal favorite). From honey nut to apple cinnamon, to even fruity now---the incredible alternative to the junk they call fruit loops---cheerios always brings a smile to my face. Seriously, it's of the best cereals I could ask for.
Happy Birthday cheerios, you're awesome.
Cheerios. Today is their 70th birthday, and also conveniently the day I chose to open a new box and dig in.
With all of their health benefits, they confirm the fact that breakfast is the most important meal of the day (and my personal favorite). From honey nut to apple cinnamon, to even fruity now---the incredible alternative to the junk they call fruit loops---cheerios always brings a smile to my face. Seriously, it's of the best cereals I could ask for.
Happy Birthday cheerios, you're awesome.
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Yoga
Happiness is...
Yoga. I don't know how it took me this long to write a blog post about yoga, but here it is. Yoga is one of my favorite things to do to stay fit. Why? Because, more than any other form of exercise, it completely intertwines your mind, body, and spirit. The moves help increase your flexibility, build strength and stamina, and even target your inner organs. It's incredible the effect it has on you, for complete calm and utmost power. More than exercise, it's a meditative practice, and I looooove it!
Today we ran through sun salutations A and B, as well as some Warrior and Triangle burn poses. I can't get sick of it (except when my legs start shaking).
Yoga. I don't know how it took me this long to write a blog post about yoga, but here it is. Yoga is one of my favorite things to do to stay fit. Why? Because, more than any other form of exercise, it completely intertwines your mind, body, and spirit. The moves help increase your flexibility, build strength and stamina, and even target your inner organs. It's incredible the effect it has on you, for complete calm and utmost power. More than exercise, it's a meditative practice, and I looooove it!
Today we ran through sun salutations A and B, as well as some Warrior and Triangle burn poses. I can't get sick of it (except when my legs start shaking).
Sunday, March 13, 2011
Get up and Get out
Happiness is...
Being completely self-motivated to exercise. When I joined the gym in November I was reluctant. Every day was a personal struggle to get up, get dressed, and head out. The first 40 minutes of the 50 minute workout was nagging and strenuous. I could not imagine why anyone enjoyed working out, aside from the slight release of adrenaline and lowered cortisol. Yes, it has its perks, but it is seriously a royal pain in my ass.
Now, months later, I feel bogged down and stressed out when I miss more than a day. I get excited to grab my book and bottle of water (yes, I read on the treadmill). After a while of making it a habit it has become a treasured part of my day.
It's worth it too. I feel overall happier, healthier, and completely competent. It's a difficult thing to explain, but I do know... happiness is the thrill of a good run.
Being completely self-motivated to exercise. When I joined the gym in November I was reluctant. Every day was a personal struggle to get up, get dressed, and head out. The first 40 minutes of the 50 minute workout was nagging and strenuous. I could not imagine why anyone enjoyed working out, aside from the slight release of adrenaline and lowered cortisol. Yes, it has its perks, but it is seriously a royal pain in my ass.
Now, months later, I feel bogged down and stressed out when I miss more than a day. I get excited to grab my book and bottle of water (yes, I read on the treadmill). After a while of making it a habit it has become a treasured part of my day.
It's worth it too. I feel overall happier, healthier, and completely competent. It's a difficult thing to explain, but I do know... happiness is the thrill of a good run.
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