Tension - Part 1

TTC 10:

In concentrating the energy and reaching relaxation
Can one be like an infant?

     One thing that I have noticed with following Tao is that life seems to flow better when relaxed. One way is through keeping an open mind. The more open and less judgmental the more relaxed that I feel. Relaxation is also achieved through exercise, something which is really needed after the last 2 weeks of overindulgence.

     Chinese medicine discusses a type of energy that runs through our body from head to toe providing a life force to all of our organs, it is called Chi. Anytime that Chi is blocked or reduced people will generally become sick. Causes are often by stress, negativity, lacking balanced diet, lack of sleep, and little or no exercise.

     In the U.S.A., our health care continues to skyrocket as more people seek doctors for ailments that seem are becoming increasingly more common. Our lifestyles involve sitting in front of TV, in vehicles, cubes, offices, etc. We have a very sedentary lifestyle and it is making us chronically ill while our technology allows us to continue living longer in a poor quality of health. By exercising we can stave off possible issues in the future. This isn’t a guarantee, you still may get sick, but the body will be in better health to easier fight an ailment.

     If your work requires you to remain sedentary most of the day here a few ideas just to get some movement. About once an hour attempt to get up, stretch, and walk around the building once or twice. Indoor air, especially in the winter, is far more stale than outside air. We need to try to get outside for a few minutes when possible. During lunch, try to walk to a location 5 minutes away. This isn’t far, perhaps 1800 feet depending on speed. Then walk back. This will increase oxygen flow within your body allowing tension to release some and may provide a pick me up.

     Those moving into a chronic situation may say that they just feel too tired for walking or exercising. Starting small and slowly working to longer walks will build stamina and build energy. Just a few minutes a day creating a habit will improve your quality of life.