Night cycling was a riot and great fun! It was also the first time I cycled into town with, and it was kinda weird having the streets of Orchard Road all to yourself. And oooooo, that iON thingy looks nice la.~
And because I'm a thinker (you can also call me a day-dreamer), many thoughts raced to mind while I huffed and puffed up hills and mountains. Stuff like school, the girl next door, the cute dolphin girl, frustrations in life, past relationships, abrasions at the genitals, 12pm meet-up, and etc etc. It is surprising to just step back from all that nonsense to see just how much things can run through the mind when you are getting tired. And most of them contributed negatively to my life.
So perhaps today, I'd write about "
Controlling the mind, when the body is tired."
I was introduced to a high level of fatigue unknown to me before harshly back in the army. The body gets so tired, the only thing you want to do is sleep/rest. I started to behave in a very unpleasant manner, scolded people around me, and put myself above others. Back then, I thought it was normal for everyone to do that, but that is a sign of mental weakness when I compared myself to others, who seemed to perform better than me.
And so in my days in SAFTI, while on duty, I analysed how the officers work, noted their ethics and tried emulating their methods. Of course, not all officers are capable leaders. I simply took the goodness in each of them, and rejected their weaknesses.
These are just some of the points I think is worth sharing, with help from
www.hcadvocate.org:
1) Ask for Help/Get HelpThere is no point doing things alone, unless your work specifically asks for it. Do things in the company of others. Sure, it might need some man-management, but it is great fun, and the social nature of it lifts morale.
2) Change that AttitudeEverything is negative when the body gets tired. Watch for negative 'self-talk'. By changing your attitude, and motivating yourself to remain happy/sane/selfless, the battle is already half won.
3) BreathingBreathe slowly, regulate it and feel the rush of air filling the lungs. It is mental therapy and breathing in a relaxed manner ensures your brain is well-fed with oxygen.
4) Conserve EnergyPush/slide instead of lifting. Sit whenever possible. Maintain good posture and comfortable work heights. Because conserving energy means you can last longer, operate at the highest efficiency and get more things done with less calories.
5) Keep HydratedThis is a very powerful point. Drink before you feel thirsty and sip intermittently to allow your body to absorb the fluid. When you feel really really tired, try drinking Isotonic drinks like 100plus, H-Two-O. You'll be surprised that it does give you a slight energy boost as it replenishes the salt lost through your activities.
6) LaughterHeard of the saying, Laughter is the best Medicine? Laugh at any available oppurtunity. Even at the most lame jokes/riddles/comments. It creates a feel-good feeling and in fact, look for oppurtunities to laugh and go crazy! Crack jokes, make others smile!
7) Personal Appearance and GroomingI call this, body maintenance. Your body, like a machine needs maintenance. A well-oiled machine means it can perform better, and faster. If you have a sore knee, massage it. If you have long nails, cut it. If you got a frozen shoulder, seek medical help. If you got blurry vision, see an optician. If you feel good and clean, you can perform better. And that is why, soldiers always look forward to the day when they have a good clean bath, and a change of underwear.
8) The Human TouchWhen you're all down and out, try to encourage your partner/friends by using touch. Stroke their back, pat their heads and give a hug. Time and time again, I surprise myself when I look at the boost I gave to my men by giving a small pat on the shoulder.
9) SmileBecause smiling when your body is punished badly is just exhilirating.
10) Avoid negative peopleSometimes, some people are just not worth motivating. They have no self-reflections at all. These people are diseases and instead of trying to keep them upbeat, leave them if they're not critical to your life. It sounds heartless, but it will do you more good than bad.
Ahhh... 10 points in all. I could go on forever but let's just stop here aites.
