Intellectual Wellness, the 2nd Wellness
The 2nd Wellness is Intellectual Wellness represented by an Orange Light Bulb. I am curious.
When we begin to not care, our mental health may be at risk. We can encourage our curiosity by scanning headlines and reading what strikes our fancy, and by keeping paper and pencil close by to write down our thoughts.
Genius isn't just a matter of brain power. It's a matter of curiosity. Understanding many disciplines enables us to perceive relationships between them. If we understand the anatomy of a bird's wing, then we can apply it to aeronautical engineering to create a flying machine. Or the structure of a tree to create a cathedral. Or the template of a leaf to create a solar panel. The pattern of nerve endings may have influenced computer building.
The person I admire for his intellectual abilities is Bertrand Russel.
The First Wellness
Personality
What are we about? What drives each of us personally, motivates us? Elon is about Science, Bill is about Money, Kim is about Beauty, Hugh Hefner is about Sex...
It's a difficult personal question because, living in our heads as we do, we seem very complex to ourselves.
But I believe I'm about 'Things'. I suppose I'm a hoarder, although it's not compulsive with me.
Why, then?
Because I deplore waste. But the problem is that I have enough sturdy boxes and good heavy wrapping paper to last me twenty lifetimes. And hoarding soon morphs into a fire hazard.
The Stock Market
The stock market today is nothing but legalized gambling. You must be skilled at the game and aware that it's rigged against you.
For just one thing, I understand that the delay between pressing 'Enter' and owning the stock is much longer for us than for the big boys, in fact, it may be deliberately paused at one of many junctures, so they say or maybe not --how would I know?
For just one more thing, I don't necessarily trust the financials provided by the companies. At the very least they may be biased for the company.
Also remember the advantages of insider trading. And false rumors deliberately spread.
We're just goldfish in an alligator pond. A layperson working alone is at a disadvantage, I am convinced.
Bloating
Copilot says these exercises and herbal teas can reduce bloating:
Child’s Pose: A gentle yoga pose that relaxes the hips and lower back, helping gas move through the bowels.
Cat-Cow Stretch: Alternating between arching and rounding your back can stimulate digestion and relieve bloating.
Torso Twists: Twisting movements increase circulation and help move trapped gas along.
Wide-Legged Forward Bend: This stretch compresses the abdomen, aiding digestion.
Walking or Light Cardio: Moving around can help expel gas and improve digestion.
Peppermint Tea: Helps relax the digestive tract and reduce bloating.
Ginger Tea: Known for its anti-inflammatory properties, ginger can help relieve bloating and improve digestion.
Fennel Tea: Contains compounds that may help reduce gas and bloating.
Lemon Balm Tea: Traditionally used to soothe digestive discomfort and bloating.
It's said by some deep thinkers* that the origin of the Christian trinity --The Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost -- can be found within us: Intelligence, Will, Instinct. So, how can I apply those attributes toward a productive day today?
Intelligence: I'd better get up and move soon before I'm all stove up again
Will: While I'm at it I'll just make a fresh pot of coffee.
Instinct: But first a nap.
* Amos Bronson Alcott for one
