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When you are happy, you are free; when you are free, you can be creative; when you are creative, your divine self comes out. - Jeffrey Fry
Getting more material things may
not enrich your life. In fact the happiness of buying the latest gadgets is
only short-lived because you will be thinking of purchasing the latest model
when it is available in the market. The most valuable things in life are actually
free. The following things which are
free are in fact the essence of a good life:
1.
Air and breathing: Air is free but do you
breathe deeply and slowly to oxygenate your cells in the body? Dr. K.P. Buteyko is a physiologist and clinical
physician who devoted 50 years of his life to the study of respiration. According
to him, healthy breathing is slow (about 12 breaths per minute), from the
diaphragm (rather than the chest), through the nose (rather than mouth) and is
quiet and light. There are deep breathing practices like yoga, qigong, Tai
Chi. With proper breathing the systems
in your body work better. It also promotes calmness and mental concentration.
2.
Water and hydration: Water may not be totally
free, but the cost is minimal. However, you need to drink water throughout the
day to be hydrated. About 60% of your body is water; it energizes the body by
maintaining body fluids and keeps your skin looking good.
3.
Exercise and health: Your body is made for movements. It is the
best way to keep fit, healthy and energetic. A sedentary lifestyle is
detrimental to your health. When you exercise, especially in the open, you
embrace nature, breathe in fresh air and bathe under the sun to obtain vitamin
D.
4.
Rest and sleep: Are you getting enough sleep? A
good night’s sleep rejuvenates and repairs damages done to your body after a hectic
day at work. You can’t work continuously and be productive; you need to take breaks to work with focus and sustain your energy.
5.
Calmness and peace of mind: Pursuing more wants
and comparing yourself with others only make you restless. Getting even and
holding grudges only bring about a turbulent mind. Adopt a simple life to enjoy
the serenity of a tranquil life.
6.
Family and friends: Your family is your fortress
because family comes first. You may be successful in your career but with a
broken family your success does not mean much. All you need to do is to spend
quality time with family members. Your friends are your support system. They
cheer you up and motivate you. You can’t buy genuine relationships.
7.
Love and kindness: A good life is about love,
kindness, forgiveness and gratefulness. Thinking positively and acting with
compassion are the way to live a life with energy and enthusiasm.
8.
Here and now: Do not allow your mind to wonder
about. Be aware of what you are doing. The present moment is the only time to
work with concentration and getting the flow experience. To be truly live life
is to live from moment to moment.
9.
Happiness and hope: You have a choice. You can
be miserable or happy.
Life
is short and unpredictable. Do not allow
fear and regret to take hold of your thinking. Choose happiness to live your
life. Be hopeful because hopefulness is the only force to propel you to go
forward in life.
10. Communicate and get in touch: Connecting with
loved ones far away is free; thanks to advancement of technology. You can, as
an example, use Line to talk to your son who is studying abroad until the cows
come home without paying a single cent. You can even use FaceTime to talk face
to face for free.
Are you
enjoying the priceless wealth in life? Start today and change your lifestyle to
reap the benefits.
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