Oddly, I'm really enjoying the mild discomfort that's associated with getting back into shape: the aches, pains, and muscle tightness —and the desperate gasping for air during the cardio workouts — They all serve to remind me that I'm still alive!
(Consider for a moment, the alternative of "not feeling anything" No pain, no pleasure, no joy, no sorrow.... Boring, right? Good, now let's get back on the deck for more pushups and feel something!)
In my Marine Corps Days we used to joke, "pain is weakness leaving the body" But now, all of this pain also makes me ask the question, "Why the heck did I let myself get out of shape in the first place? Yup, wisdom comes with a price, I guess.
One of my New Year's resolutions is to spend more time in the present moment. I'm very aware that I engage in a lot of planning, strategizing, and generally over-thinking, over-trying, and over-doing — even to the point of sleeping less to get more done. I'm moving so fast these days that I hardly know where I'm going, much less realizing and appreciating where I am.
So, since I was up thinking anyway, one of the strategies I outlined to accomplish my goal of more quiet appreciation of the NOW is to begin a more formal study of various meditation practices. Sure, I sit for a few minutes almost every day, but it's time to get focused!
I've picked up a couple of books and CDs to help me along. Of note, I found a step-by-step guidebook on Insight Meditation. Okay, it's still in the plastic wrap, but having it on the shelf is a good start, right?
Am I really too busy to find 15 minutes in my day to stop and do nothing? How sad!
It's time for a change.
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