Sunday, August 22, 2010

Randomness

You know what I found out this morning while I was rowing? I found out how much participating in an outdoor activity actually rejuvenates the brain cells, calms the body and generally creates a true state of relaxation.

I haven't been able to row for the past three weeks due to over activity on the weekend caused from family commitments. And it is not that family are not important it's just that I forgot to take time out for myself while I have been giving to others. I actually got tired, physically and emotionally. The interesting thing is the emotional level at which my brain shut down the rest of my body over the past two days. I was actually unmotivated.

This morning my brother bullied me out of bed at 7:00am to go rowing and I have to say it was beautiful. I loved it. We where even blessed with two beautiful dolphins swimming around and beneath our kayaks as we followed them up the Serpentine river. It was glorious. We where the only people on the river at the time. Truly special.

This mornings experience reminded me to get back to nature more often no matter how bad I feel because communing with nature has set me up for the rest of the week and i think I will be able to manage rather well.

Sharing this experience with you all is a gentle reminder to get outside rain, hail or shine, breathe in some fresh air, listen to the quiet of the breeze and watch nature at play. It is the most exhilarating experience and I thank god I have a great brother to boss me out of my doldrums.

I am blessed.