DiaryINDEX｜past｜will
| 2004年07月03日(土) | ゴーヤチャンプル Energy |
ゆうべはにがうりとソーセージの卵とじ。こぶだししょうゆであじつけしたら
しょっぱかったかなと思ったけれど、まあまあ。
桃を食べました。熟していてかわがつるりとむけておいしかった。
子供は私のことを二重人格的だといいます。そのときによってころころ変わるところがあるって。上の子も矛盾してると怒っていたから、やっぱりそうなんだな。
言わせていただければあっちをたてればこっちがたたずというジレンマの中にはいるかな。
しかしこれで死んだほうがいいというほど悩んでみてもやっぱりきまらなかったりするので、なってしまったことには自分の責任はあるという申し訳なさとできるようにしかできないという開き直りと、棚上げとか。
悪妻度チェックではめでたくそこそこ悪妻ではあるようです。極悪ってほど優秀な悪妻にもなれないけどな。
パウエル国防長官歌うたって踊るのね。
リビアの核放棄、インドとパキスタンの歩み寄りうれしいな。
私はとっても自信がないです。つまらないプライドもあるだろうけど、どうせがんばっても無駄だという思考にたやすく陥りやすい。挫折感の傷がないとはいえないと思うけれど、でもせっかくまだ命があるのに、残りの人生を無為に過ごすのはもったいないな。ただ生きているだけでもしんどいような気分からなんとかしりつぼみの人生など思い浮かべずに、ふてくされずに、これから自分にできることを模索していきたいです。傷つくことを恐れないで。今生きているということは無限の
可能性を秘めている。なくなった人のことも無駄にしないような道を模索したい。
ただ幸せを願うことだけでも意味がある。何もしていなくても、人の不幸を願うよりも幸せを願えるほうが幸いだ。人の幸せを願えないのも自分の幸せを願えないのも不幸で気の毒だ。気の毒な人ではありたくない。
子供のころ倫理社会の教科書で最大多数の最大幸福という言葉があった。なんだか単純な気がした、そんな単純なものじゃないだろうというきはした、でも幸せを願ってもいいんだ、と思ってとてもほっとしたことがあった。
自分の幸せを願うこともいいことかどうかわからなかったから。何が起こるかわからない混沌とした不安な世界の中で、何を願っていいのか漠然と生きていた。焦燥感の強い怖い夢を見たくないばかりに夢を見ないことを毎晩祈ったりしていた。だから倫理社会の教科書は心楽しかった。
期待して傷つきたくないから最悪の事態を常に思い浮かべてしまう癖がある。そして思ったほど悪くなくてよかったというような。これは自然な生き方でもあると
も思うのだが。
でも建設的な夢を実現することを試みるのは私にはそんなに無理なことなのだろうか。いやそんなことはないと思う。もっと気をつけてきちんと積み上げていくことはできる。誠実に本気になって模索することはできると思います。少なくとも自分以外のものに関心をもつだけでも意味がある。自分のことばかり考えていてもいい。休んでいてもいい。あせっていてもいい。
でもね。もうくよくよしないと申しましたら、そういってるのは今日だけ、また
落ち込むよ、と主人。そんなことはないとは言い返さなかった。自分でもまた落ち込むこと絶対無いとは言い切れないのだ。でも人間だもの。落ち込むことがあって
当たり前。そのあとでも屈託のない笑顔が出ることはある。
ところでライブドアの買収悪くないと思うんですけどね。やはり若くて一本気かも。そう簡単なこっちゃないだろうけど面白い気がする。
だんなさんがお友達からカーペンターズとドゥービーブラザーズのCDを借りてきました。
What we need to enjoy life to the full is Energy!
27 JUne 2004
When you have truckloads of energy, you feel that you can accomplish anything and the world is your oyster. We all have days when we feel we could tackle anything, and other days when everything seems such an uphill struggle and we just do not have the energy to succeed. Having loads of energy is a sign of good health and positive energy. I have a friend who is a fitness instructor and she always seems bright, breezy, confident, and full of energy - so much so, that it passes on to almost everyone who takes part in one of her classes. They walk away after an hour of aerobics feeling wonderful and full of positive energy.
We all know people who have this positive energy and just being with them makes us feel good. They tackle life's challenges head on and walk tall with a spring in their step. We also probably have friends who sap all our energy - they are always tired, always negative and moaning, but do not actually do anything about their problems.
It is very natural to feel tired sometimes and to want some time out occasionally. We need to spend some quiet time at home chilling out, recharging the batteries, enjoying the garden, or watching old movies before moving on again.
What Is Energy?
When a person has energy, they glow with good health, confidence, and positivity. Energy levels are equated with optimum well-being, both physical and mental. We absorb some energy from the sun, but most of our energy comes from the food we eat. That is what feeds our bodies.
Looking At Life
We live in a fast moving world. The world of our childhood has changed dramatically and it is now difficult to just 'be' - we always feel that we should be doing something. Through exposure to television and the media, we have such high expectations of ourselves and what we should aspire to. It is difficult to lower our expectations of ourselves and just do what we want to do, which may be nothing at all, without feeling guilty. Many people work long hours or have difficult, stressful jobs, but the one thing you can do is to take care of yourself and make sure that you have the positive energy to deal with difficult situations when the time is right.
Let's Look At Diet
Do you drink more than four cups of tea or coffee a day?
Do you skip breakfast?
Do you drink fizzy drinks every day?
Do you eat chocolates or sweets on a daily basis?
If you answered yes to any two or more of the above, you are using stimulants to get you by, rather than nutrients that come from a healthy diet. You are creating energy highs and lows that will result in mood swings. You need to make changes.
High Energy Strategies
Eat a power breakfast. Dump all the white sugar coated cereals that give you a boost, followed by a mid-morning low. It si easy in the hustle-bustle of the morning to grab just anything to eat so that every one gets out of the door on time. But what you need is a high fibre, low sugar cereal that will give you a steady flow of energy throughout the morning. A chocolate croissant will give you a burst of energy followed by a low, and leave you craving a mid-morning snack. Hot water and lemon to cleanse your body first thing is a good way to start your morning. Follow this with a good source of complex carbohydrates such as, fruit or fruit juice, wholemeal toast with honey, or sugar free Muesli, shredded wheat, Weetabix, or porridge oats with live plain yoghurt or semi-skimmed milk. Save tea and coffee for treats when you get to work.
Supplements
Nutritional supplements like Permea Plus may help maximise your energy. Supplements are best taken in the morning with breakfast.
Exercise Breeds Energy
When you wake up in the morning, the most natural thing to do is to stretch. Your body loves a good stretch in the morning, so what better time to exercise that first thing in the morning? Exercise gets the circulation going and helps you to spring into the day, rather than crawl. You will release all those happy, feel-good endorphins that make you feel confident, and able to handle any of the challenges that the day brings. Stretch and exercise each part of the body for at least ten minutes, and feel great. That is the first goal of the day achieved.
Mid Morning
If you feel the need for something to keep you going, do not go for a sticky doughnut. Eat some nicely coloured fruit, or snack on a high-energy banana, and take the time to really enjoy the taste.
Drink Water At Work
Dehydration saps your energy and causes fatigue. Water also helps to flush out toxins from the body. If you are like me, and you can't work without having a mug of something in your hand, try herbal teas, or hot water with a slice of lemon. Always follow a cup of tea or coffee with a glass of water.
Lunch
Any vegetable soup, with a healthy sandwich containing a little low-fat protein and plenty of salad, makes a feel-good, energy packed lunch.
Mid-Afternoon
This is a time when we all experience an energy slow down, unless you are one of those lucky souls who can take an afternoon snooze. This is the time when you can allow yourself a small treat with a cup of tea. My healthy eating plan allows for two treats a day, because we are all human, and complete denial is never a good thing. The main thing is to try to eat healthy for ninety percent of the time.
Dinner
Choose a different protein from lunch. Try to eat two portions of vegetables and a portion of carbohydrates, such as a baked potato, rice, pasta, or lentils.
Eat For Energy
Try to give your body simple food as close to its natural state as possible. Try to limit junk food and fast food to just once a week. Always try to eat foods low in animal fat and also try to limit eating cakes or biscuits to just one treat a day. Make sure that you eat a wide variety of foods and make sure that you get your five portions of fruit and vegetables.
Whole Life Approach
The human body is a brilliant adapter and it will accommodate any change in circumstances. But to give it the best chance of coping, we need a balance of healthy eating, exercise, relaxation periods, and a positive outlook. We also need time to enjoy nature and fresh air as every deep breath delivers oxygen to your cells and energises you.
