High on Life

Is it possible that my recent increase in physical activity has had such a positive impact on my moods? Today, I felt elated, to put it simply, as if I was high. Nothing had the power to bring me down, to bother me, to irritate me...now that is not me, believe me. As a general rule, I can become irritated quite easily (ask my kids). I was able to perform chores slowly this afternoon, mindfully, without letting my mind go wild with the next thing needing to get done. That felt sooooo good. I'm actually wondering if something is wrong with me. I do hope it's just a healthier level of serotonine or something of the kind that is the cause of this "mood". I sure hope this lasts and that tomorrow is as amazing. I am truly happy today, content, thankful, peaceful. Wouldn't it be wonderful if this feeling could last? Why not, right? 

Indeed Life Is Good

Getting ready for my usual strenuous hike...I feel blessed to have the health to even perform this hike on a regular basis...I don't have knee problems, I am able to sustain 40 minutes of maximum heart rate for my age, therefore I am so very fortunate. I embrace this each time I go up that hill.
Namaste

simplicity rules

Simplifying one's life is this day and age is not an easy task, but it's absolutely possible. Anytime I feel the urge to purchase an item, I ask myself, "do I really NEED this, or do I just want it?". More often than not, it's a want, not a need. At times, I give in to the impulse, especially when it involves a cute journal at a low price. Other times, I say NO to myself. A few things I've allowed myself to purchase recently, without any guilt attached, is hiking shoes, running shoes and proper fitness clothes. Before, I'd sabotage my goals by belittling my need for comfort, now I embrace my new items which help me get out there and be active. I feel funny sharing this, in a way. I'm probably not the only one who sabotages her health in order to save money,  right? More and more I'm giving the much needed attention to my physical and mental health...are you doing the same? Any comments?

What did you learn in high school?

That is the subject on CBC radio at this very moment. I'd like to think that as a teacher, the one thing I'd like for students to get from high school is a thirst for learning. Once I stop learning anything new, I get bored and depressed! I love to learn, and this passion is what makes life so interesting to me. I feel helpless to help students when I don't see this spark in their eye, when some seem to have no joy in them...I think joy comes from the present moment, and how can a moment be filled with joy when apathy is present? What do YOU think?