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Sirandlittle1 -> RE: Calming Behaviors (2/16/2006 8:56:27 PM)
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I used to cycle 11 miles a day to work. I found this so therapeutic, all of my thinking was done whilst cycling.
Since emigrating, i have taken up walking, which gives me the same sense of calm. I go to the bush to do this. Nothing but me, nature, and my baby rotty, kevin. Having the dog as a early warning system for creatures i do not wish to meet, allows me to drift away, into my space. Daydreaming, or considering a issue i am facing, whatever. I return feeling on top of the world. Sometimes i do this with a friend, most of the walk is silent for us both. Neither wishing to intrude on the others space.
Dogs. Walking, playing with my two, is so relaxing. And the best, is to combine the dogs into the bush walk. Soon, the pup will be old enough to endure a day walk. I look forward to that.
Gym. I body builded for a year. This was excellent for focussing on the here and now. Total concentration, breathing, and the relaxation after a session, would last me throughout most of the day. I have yet to find the 'right' gym again since moving. But i shall.
Art. I sculpt/paint/draw. Again, total absorption for hours.
I used to write diaries. Not daily, but say twice a week. But found, that i could be too negative in my writing. When i re-read them, they tended to be full of lifes woes, and there were a few, and i didnt personally find the time writing them useful.
And i smoke pot. There are times, when my stress levels are overwhelming. One smoke and im chilled to the core. Others drink alcohol, i smoke pot. Its my glass of red.
Tried transendential meditation. Wasnt for me. Yoga, same. I find my body being active whilst i relax, such as in the walking, allows my mind to stay still.
little1
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