It is no small feat that we have this body AND it functions. The bones, muscles, joints, ligaments, tendons, fascia hold us upright. The veins and arteries carry blood, oxygen, and nutrients from the heart and lungs to all of our systems. The lungs, heart, liver, intestines, stomach have many intricate functions and we only understand a small fraction of what actually goes on. The brain, like a supercomputer on steroids, stores, retrieves and sends data to the whole network. We are a walking mind blowing experience.
It’s an absolute treat that we have this intricately delicate machine that gets us through our days and the trick is every one of our choices affects if the system performs optimally or below expectations.
What leads to higher functioning body systems: joy, laughter, relaxation, learning, feeling connected to a bigger picture, a safe environment, feeling seen, heard and understood. One way I like to say it is ‘relaxation in action’.
What challenges the body’s ability to thrive: stress, constant overdrive, being off our life’s path, holding in old emotions and fears, holding in your brilliance.
Go have a wonderful Halloween today! It’s the start of the holiday season and all of the excitement and hype that happens at this time of year AND remember to breathe and stand tall in the midst of it all. You are worth it.
Happy Happy Happy Halloween!