CHANGES TO IMPROVE OUR LIVES
These suggestions are guidelines to start our journey to keep improving the quality of our lives. It would be advisable to make the changes gradually. In this way you can assess the value of the change before proceeding to the next.
Developing a clear sense of purpose; meaningful roles and responsibilities.
Discovering your unique talents. Be aware that social pressure can confuse you.
Include physical exercise as a regular part of your day
Begin healthy sleep:
4.1 Check your bedroom for possible irritants e.g. lighting, noise factors ventilation etc, “Good sleep cleans the body cells”
4.2 Avoid naps in the day and have a regular bedtime.
4.3 Stress management: Creatively deal with stressful issues early in the dayand develop a ‘plan of action’.
4.4 Recognise that as we age our stress levels may increase which often are irrational.
4.5 Check the side-effects of medications and/or supplements you are taking.
4.6 Check your diet; be aware of any foods, drinks etc. that might be negatively affecting you. These can cause low-grade inflammation, for example - I was unaware for a long time that coffee was upsetting my liver.
4.7 Include physical exercise as a regular part of your day.
4.8 Be aware that inhaling/ingesting artificial substances has an effect.
4.9 Note that social isolation can have detrimental effects.
4.10 Include a healthy, enjoyable recreation into your lifestyle.
Add years to your life, and, life to your years!
