In 2012, podcasts came into my life like a lightning bolt. I had dabbled with them in the past although never seriously, until a friend talked about his podcast passion during a Copenhagen weekend in April.
I now enjoy podcasts in the car, working out or whenever I
get some free time. I especially like to
listen on one of my weekly power walks. In addition, they keep my sports, news
and entertainment knowledge current.
Which leads me to another change – walking. My masseuse has
been telling me for some time about how good walking would be for my body. I
prefer to run for my exercise so I’ve ignored her gentle inspiration. During my
last massage, she strongly suggested I reconsider, and this time I listened.
What a difference. My body feels great after walking and
getting more time to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors and nature is always a
good thing. I plan to continue running although mostly on the weekends. My goal
is to make 2013 the year of the power walk.
Finally, I decided to improve my sleep in 2013, not as a
resolution but as a lifestyle change. It worked well in the past to get only 6
hours of sleep per night, especially when the small babies came as the lack of
sleep wasn’t difficult for me to adjust to. In 2012, with older kids, those 6
hours occasionally took their toll as I found myself without the same bounce
and energy.
I started this year strongly with sleep between 7-8 hours
and it has been an eye-opening experience. I feel much better in the morning
hours and I haven’t had any problems with energy thus far. I’m a big fan of
sleep these days, unlike when I wrote the article below.
I’m grateful for 3 positive changes. They have
enhanced my life and will continue to do so as long as I make them a priority.
Have a wonderful 2013 and all the best with any improvements in
your life.
Happy Gswede Sunday!
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