Life.
…A wonderful gift we were all given though we never asked for it ourselves…
How many times have you heard it…’Enjoy your life and live it fully…you only go around once.’
I’ve said this myself many times.
Believing that life is meant to be lived to its full capacity, I think never a moment should be wasted. Days and nights ought to be filled with activities enjoyed and people whose company is appreciated. Regularly partaking of these pleasures is something that should hold a priority and significance for all of us.
For some, however, the interpretation of living life ‘fully’ can be lost or misconstrued. With the desire to have and do it all, the focus is fixated on living it ‘up’ rather than living ‘well’.
Translated by throwing caution to the wind, eating and drinking is indulged without concern while exercise is viewed as hobby instead of necessity… a pastime..’fit in’, if at all, whenever convenient. Less desirable habits are adapted acknowledged with empty vows to ‘quit’ them forthcoming.
Although we subconsciously know better than our actions indicate, we are convinced that anything less of this way of living ….is living life deprived.
In a moment of honest appraisal we are faced with the realization that change is necessary but are reluctant, scared, or unsupported in making any substantial improvements. Although it might involve small sacrifices and readjustments, it’s not impossible or difficult to achieve these changes and truly have it all, enjoyably and responsibly…but mindfully acquired.
Posting on this subject before, I can’t help but reiterate how important a conscious, healthy lifestyle is to all of us.
Wrongfully believing there’s ‘always tomorrow’, …’plenty of time’…to ‘worry about it later’, ‘Tomorrow’, unfortunately, comes around all too fast, reflecting all that was done..or neglected Today. There is no turning back the hands of time when the ‘game over’ light flashes..no ‘do-overs’ for care not taken ..or for any damages done.
…It is the here-and-now that matters most ..responsible for the outcome of what happens ‘later’.
Giving thoughtful consideration to this fact, we should carefully reevaluate our lives and begin making the necessary alterations to guarantee our future meets our expectations. For it’s never too late to begin making changes for the better and assuring a satisfying quality of life yet to come.
..For it is ‘now’ which is the start of any new beginning…as Today is the first day of the rest of your life.
Eat nutritiously, exercise daily and live life heedful of all habits…
For we only have one life to live…
and it should never be taken for granted.
Until next time…Liz
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May 10, 2008 at 12:09 pm
James
Your post reminds me of Louden Swain from Vision Quest (my all-time favorite movie). After wrestling for the 168 pound state championship he comments “… But all I ever settled for is that we’re born to live and then to die, and… We have to do it alone, each in his own way. And I guess that’s why we have to love those people who deserve it like there’s no tomorrow. ‘Cause when you get right down to it - there isn’t.”
In life you’re going to find spectators and participants. The participants will probably come close to adhering to your diet and exercise principles. Good luck motivating the spectators.
May 10, 2008 at 1:24 pm
admin
Thank you James, that was very well said. (I’ve never seen that movie but I’ll make a point of trying to.)
You’re right about the two types of people in life. I hope I CAN motivate those spectators…reaching even one person to change for the better I’ll consider a job well done.
Thanks for visiting and sharing your thoughts!
-liz
May 11, 2008 at 6:20 am
Nards
I like this post liz. Really like it. What a kind and gentle motivator you are! Thanks for helping to get me off of “the bench” - Nards
May 11, 2008 at 3:35 pm
admin
Nards you’ve made me so happy hearing that!
I’m so glad you found this motivating as that was indeed my intention if needed! Take good care of yourself… you are the most important person in your life.
Thanks so much for stopping today! …and Happy Mother’s Day!
-liz
May 11, 2008 at 7:16 pm
bobby
Outstanding article and reminder, thank you!
And have a great Mothers day!
May 11, 2008 at 10:32 pm
admin
Thank you Bobby!
…for the appreciated comment and the Mother’s Day wish!
Nice to see you..
-liz
May 12, 2008 at 12:14 am
Lana
Sorry I’ve been AWOL…I’m playing tour guide to a Canadian friend lately. Things should be back to normal soon. Hope you had a good Mother’s Day!
May 12, 2008 at 10:04 am
Sandpiper
All so true. What a great post and reminder, Liz!
May 12, 2008 at 10:27 pm
admin
Hey Lana, nice to see you!
I know visiting friends can really take up all of your time. Thanks for taking time to visit anyway. …Thanks for the Mother’s Day wish, I had a great day!
Take care…
-liz
May 12, 2008 at 10:28 pm
admin
Thanks Sandpiper…glad to see you! Thanks for stopping by!
-liz
May 13, 2008 at 4:45 pm
RainforestRobin
This is so beautifully written and such truly wise advice. I love your words: “With the desire to have and do it all, the focus is fixated on living it ‘up’ rather than living ‘well’.” Ooooh, powerful distinction. YES!
I also really like these words:
“….begin making the necessary alterations to guarantee our future meets our expectations. For it’s never too late to begin making changes for the better and assuring a satisfying quality of life yet to come.”
Boy, you really put a lot of heart and thought into this post. I agree 1oo%. You would be good speaking to young people or any age for that matter. This REALLY would make a great speech/talk.
Although I always live healthy because I like how feel, it was so refreshing to hear it again and know that there are others out there who understand. Thanks Liz, Robin
May 14, 2008 at 9:01 am
admin
Robin, it is people like you who give testimony that a healthy active lifestyle leads way to enjoying life fully. It is evident in the posts your write and finding the simple pleasures in nature enjoyed on your ‘walks’ and your adventures.
Beginning with a ‘peace’ from within, harmoniously obtained through healthy living, we will inevitably find peace and tranquility surrounding us. That is my belief.
Thanks for stopping by today and sharing your thoughts..
-liz