Sitting in a Car:
10 June 2007The Enemy of Qi Flow -
I took an 8 hour drive today. I think many people will recognize there are some things that happen to you when you spend too much time in the same position. When we got out of the car about 2/3rds of the way to our destination I felt so slow and heavy. Luckily we spent a few minutes strolling around a sculpture garden with some gigantic peacocks in the sun. That walking had the effect of clearing the boredom (for lack of a better word) from my body and mind and gave me a good shot at making the rest of the trip. I had illusions of going to the hotel’s fitness center and trying out some of the equipment, but I don’t have any appropriate clothes to wear. I’m here for work and I shortsightedly brought only what I needed. meh… I don’t like working out in public anyway.
So, What have we learned today? When you find yourself stuck in a position overlong, incorporate some movement: physical and mental if possible. think about something: have a conversation, read something, and walk around. Don’t just stand next to your car waiting to get back on your way. You’ll be more fresh when you arrive where you’re going. And nobody likes that not-so-fresh feeling.
