It's common for us to identify ourselves by our body. We label ourselves tall, short, thin, muscular, curvy, healthy, and unhealthy and so on. Very few of us are able to step outside of this definition and see our body for what it really is - a blessed vehicle which carries us through our joys, our troubles, our victories and our challenges.
Rather than define it and let that definition rule how you treat your body, because really you are much more than tall or short, thin or curvy, why not take supreme care of it. Why not treat it as the wonderful vehicle it is?
There is a common metaphor often used when discussing the human body and it just happens to be a car. Both being vehicles we depend on to get us where we need to go, properly taken care of they can both be counted on and reliable in their own way.
How Do You Treat Your Car And How Do You Treat Your Body?
Often our cars receive better treatment than we do our very own bodies. From premium gas (no matter how much more expensive it is) to the scheduled cleaning on a regular basis, our automobiles are living the good life so to speak. Meanwhile, we are filling our bodies with junk food lacking in nutritional value, as well as not taking the time or money for basic care for our body and soul.
We find it easy to ignore the knocks, pings and unmistakable signals delivered to us by our body when some requirement isn't being met, but the slightest slurp, whoosh or gurgle from our car kicks us into overdrive to get to the mechanic's for a check-up and prescription.
You might be thinking 'but it's dangerous to ignore these sounds from your car." This is true, squeaking brakes or a grinding noise from the rear axel could cause an accident. However, the sounds and signals your body gives you are just as dangerous. We've all heard the horror stories about a friend or family member who ignored the signs and then it was too late.
Instead of continuing to follow this path, appreciate whatever shape, form and situation your body is in. It has taken you where you have needed to go, and so far hasn't let you down. Embrace your healthy whole body as of right now, because while you are much more than your body itself, you just can't exist and experience life without it.
Think About Consider These Questions:
Your car may start to spat and sputter, becoming unable to run or take you where you need to go if you don't use the right grade of fuel. Are you using the best fuel possible? Drinking more water and replacing those empty calories with appropriate nutrients will feed your body properly so your body will take you far.
Are you paying attention to the check engine light blinking on your dashboard? We're talking about self care here, are you setting time aside for yourself, getting regular checkups, and striving for some kind of balance. You don't have to schedule a weekly massage or a thousand dollar spa spending spree, if you can of course go for it. However, you can take a walk, take a candle lit bubble bath, spend time playing board games with your friends and family - there are a lot of ways to step back and enjoy your life, find balance, and take care of the signals your body is sending you.
Taking care of yourself in any possible way you can just makes sense. You know you can do it now and schedule regular maintenance instead of waiting until the car breaks down completely and needs more repairs. Follow up right away when you hear that first sign of a rattle, a skip in the transmission when you change gears, or the wipers only clear the bottom half of the windshield.
As we finish with our comparison, when the tread has worn thin on tires, you replace them. So what do you do when your own treads are running thin? We all need some personal time to make a thorough evaluation of our lives, where we find ourselves now, and where we would like to see ourselves later on. It's possible for our needs to change over time, and we have to pay attention to these changes, because if we ignore them, we are ignoring who we are, and that's not a good thing when it comes to our health and happiness.
The next time you're at the gas pumps or washing the car, take a step back and remember if it wasn't for the divine vehicle you take residence in - your own body, you wouldn't be able to do any of these things. Make sure you take care of it; it's the only one you'll ever get. - 16890
Rather than define it and let that definition rule how you treat your body, because really you are much more than tall or short, thin or curvy, why not take supreme care of it. Why not treat it as the wonderful vehicle it is?
There is a common metaphor often used when discussing the human body and it just happens to be a car. Both being vehicles we depend on to get us where we need to go, properly taken care of they can both be counted on and reliable in their own way.
How Do You Treat Your Car And How Do You Treat Your Body?
Often our cars receive better treatment than we do our very own bodies. From premium gas (no matter how much more expensive it is) to the scheduled cleaning on a regular basis, our automobiles are living the good life so to speak. Meanwhile, we are filling our bodies with junk food lacking in nutritional value, as well as not taking the time or money for basic care for our body and soul.
We find it easy to ignore the knocks, pings and unmistakable signals delivered to us by our body when some requirement isn't being met, but the slightest slurp, whoosh or gurgle from our car kicks us into overdrive to get to the mechanic's for a check-up and prescription.
You might be thinking 'but it's dangerous to ignore these sounds from your car." This is true, squeaking brakes or a grinding noise from the rear axel could cause an accident. However, the sounds and signals your body gives you are just as dangerous. We've all heard the horror stories about a friend or family member who ignored the signs and then it was too late.
Instead of continuing to follow this path, appreciate whatever shape, form and situation your body is in. It has taken you where you have needed to go, and so far hasn't let you down. Embrace your healthy whole body as of right now, because while you are much more than your body itself, you just can't exist and experience life without it.
Think About Consider These Questions:
Your car may start to spat and sputter, becoming unable to run or take you where you need to go if you don't use the right grade of fuel. Are you using the best fuel possible? Drinking more water and replacing those empty calories with appropriate nutrients will feed your body properly so your body will take you far.
Are you paying attention to the check engine light blinking on your dashboard? We're talking about self care here, are you setting time aside for yourself, getting regular checkups, and striving for some kind of balance. You don't have to schedule a weekly massage or a thousand dollar spa spending spree, if you can of course go for it. However, you can take a walk, take a candle lit bubble bath, spend time playing board games with your friends and family - there are a lot of ways to step back and enjoy your life, find balance, and take care of the signals your body is sending you.
Taking care of yourself in any possible way you can just makes sense. You know you can do it now and schedule regular maintenance instead of waiting until the car breaks down completely and needs more repairs. Follow up right away when you hear that first sign of a rattle, a skip in the transmission when you change gears, or the wipers only clear the bottom half of the windshield.
As we finish with our comparison, when the tread has worn thin on tires, you replace them. So what do you do when your own treads are running thin? We all need some personal time to make a thorough evaluation of our lives, where we find ourselves now, and where we would like to see ourselves later on. It's possible for our needs to change over time, and we have to pay attention to these changes, because if we ignore them, we are ignoring who we are, and that's not a good thing when it comes to our health and happiness.
The next time you're at the gas pumps or washing the car, take a step back and remember if it wasn't for the divine vehicle you take residence in - your own body, you wouldn't be able to do any of these things. Make sure you take care of it; it's the only one you'll ever get. - 16890
About the Author:
Ready to find your own body balance? Deborah Lindholm is a Serenity Empowerment Coach that shows you how to awaken your Inner Power Source to live an empowered life every single day. Download free pre-recorded telecasts, grab your "5 Simple Steps to Get What You Really, Really Want" report and more here: Free Stuff at Serenity Matters
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