Respecting The Physical, Honoring Your Body

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Respecting The Physical

Honoring Your Body

 

Our physical body is an amazing, beautiful machine with the ability to

perform incredible feats, heal itself, and serve us well into our

later years. When we honor our body, we honor that which created us.

We honor the divine. Therefore, it's important to appreciate, nurture,

and respect our bodies.

 

Honor your body by thanking it for it all its does for you. No matter

what shape your body is in, it has served you well for many years.

Even if you'd rather be thinner, more muscular, or even taller, be

grateful for the body you have. Everyday, give yourself a pat on the

back that you can walk, talk, laugh, dance, sing, all the things that

you might take for granted.

 

Give your body the best in terms of food, exercise, and care. Choosing

to eat wholesome, healthy foods, even if they cost a little more

because they're organic, is a good investment for long-term health. If

supplements are helpful, include them in your diet. Your body needs

the proper fuel to function well and deserves the best nutrients that

you can afford.

 

Exercise daily. Your body wants and needs to move. Just thirty minutes

a day of walking can be beneficial. Likewise, if you exercise

regularly, be sure not to overdo it so that you don't stress joints

and ligaments. Allow any injuries to fully heal and give your body the

rest it needs by getting enough sleep.

 

Treat your body with relaxing baths, facials, massages, and proper

medical care. Practice good hygiene and see a doctor and dentist

regularly. Meditate to allow your body to de-stress and rejuvenate. A

healthy body includes a sharp mind; so continue to challenge your mind

with new experiences.

 

Your body will tell you what it needs if you just listen. At times,

your mind and emotions may be confused, but your body doesn't lie. Pay

attention to what feels good and bad and how your body reacts to

certain situations and people. Generally when your body feels light,

things are right. When you feel tense and uneasy, there's a reason.

 

(Taken from DailyOM)

 

 

Brightest Blessings,

Bela

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Bela,

 

What a beautiful piece; thank you for posting it.

 

Your sister in Amma,

Snehalata

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