I’m not only referring to that activity in the bedroom.   But also in many other area of life, exercise builds endurance and energy.  It helps to get over the dreadful rut.  The hardest part is often the beginning.  Once you get into a flow, it’s much easier to get things done. 

The obvious effect is that you also get fit physically, become more attractive, and gain energy.  Surprisingly your mind becomes sharper too possibly with the increased blood circulation to the brain.  One Alzheimer study actually listed regular exercise as a top prevention method against becoming a mindless vegetable. 

One big reason people give against exercise is laziness and complacency.  For decades, I felt the same whenever it comes to jogging.  I know doing it regularly is good for me.  But somehow I just never kept at it regularly.  But last December I decided to be more consistent and begin to jog, a lot whole lot, but at least once a week.  So far I’m averaging about 20 miles per month.  I like to get it up to 30.  I’ve also found that once I get started, I really enjoy the feeling afterwards.  It’s like a drug that produces a natural high. 

So start exercising and start reaping the benefits!

Fear can be paralyzing.  In the current uncertain economic environment, it’s very easy to be afraid.  The world seems to be ending.  And there appears to be no recovery in sight.  Everyday, more bad news about layoffs and the incredibly shrinking stock portfolio can be depressing.  But what can we really do about it?  Well on a grand national level, perhaps nothing.  But in our own lives, we can do a lot to adjust to the present and plan for the future. 

A very important thing to do is to get into the mental state that we’re in control of our own lives.  That is crucial to prompt us to take actions and improve our situation.  Support system from family and friends are also crucial as we battle against the big bad world.  Also try to think through worse case scenarios, and list what you can do now to prepare for them.  Whether it’s stocking up on canned food and emergency supplies, or buy some gold, by taking those actions, you lessen your fear, and build your confidence.

Winston Churchill once said, “If you’re in Hell, keep going.”  That dry humor is especially needed today.  Be a leader, and project confidence, instead of contribute to negativity.  Overcoming fear is crucial to take the necessary actions and succeed!

We should all have goals, something to strive towards.  Whether it’s building better relationships with our loved ones, or improve our health & finances.  Goals make life more meaningful.  Let’s face it.  Life goes by pretty fast.  Goals help us with priorities and better allocate our most precious resource, time… 

Why not set your goals today?  Take a few minutes and write 10 of the most important goals in your life.  Then be sure to review them often, preferably daily, to make sure they’re still relevant & up to date.  Goals can also act as milestones to help us figure out whether we’re on track.  Or to put it in a more bluntly, if we do something that helps us achieve our goals, then we’re behaving intelligently.  And if not, then stupidly.

Make sure it’s specific & measurable.  For example, “I want to make $100K in 2009” is a goal, whereas “I want to make more money” is a vague wish.  In that case, here’s a buck.  That’s more money.  So mission accomplished. and back to watching mindless TV on the couch? 

Sarcastic remarks aside, goals help us grow & hopefully become better people.  Goals provide us with a sense of direction & purpose.  So have some goals.  And start accomplishing!