Thursday, September 16, 2021

Get up and move! Doing something is better than nothing

I've heard this plenty of times: to get up and move. One of the podcasts that I listen to always recommends taking some time during the weekends to reflect on life. It recommends looking at the things to keep in life and the things to change. Of course, reflecting is different than acting. Change does not come from just thinking. After identifying the things desired in life, action is needed to achieve the change.

Another podcast says that doing anything is better than sitting still. Even if it is just a small step, taking a step gets a person closer to their goals in life. A popular example is exercising. Let's say a person with a sedentary lifestyle is unsatisfied with his/her looks and health. He/she would benefit greatly from taking brisk walks every day. He/she doesn't have to copy the routines of athletes and bodybuilders from the get-go.

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For as long as I've been listening to these podcasts, I have been a firm believer in their ideas. Instead of feeling envy from social media, it would be better to shake the old habits and routines to achieve the desired life. A lot of things are within reach, but often, either hesitation or laziness stops people in their tracks.

Whenever something is done, don't forget to celebrate. A victory is a victory no matter the scope.

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