That all makes alot of sense and unfortunately for most people they probably suffer from a lack of most of not all these practices. I definitely need work in the nutrition area being a sugar and caffiene addict, it’s funny when I hear people just say don’t take these, for myself it has become a way of life that I have had for over 40 years, most of my life actually, quitting it seems almost unbearable even though I know the nasty effects they have on the body. I definitely feel there is a connection here though with these and feeling tired alot. Maybe I should consider…..(sad face) weaning myself off these. Thanks for the article.
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Alexey I agree with your attitude towards health and wellness. Thanks for a well written article.

I have followed many of these concepts in my own personal life for a number of years. Except the food part; I feel this is highly overrated. I eat healthy, but will not stress myself out over many of the things you listed – ie. I drink tap water. When I start to slip (ie. not exercising), I see the domino effect it can have on my life. With that in mind, I continue to remind myself that I cannot stress about these things all the time and in no time I am back on track. The mind is very powerful and grasping hold of your cognitive abilities means so much. We are not robots and the feelings you describe as negative are healthy in the right context and in moderation.

I think a key aspect that is missing in your plan is to RELAX. I don’t mean just getting sleep, but I mean shutting your mind off for a while and breathing. You can do this while exercising 🙂

I said I FEEL that it is highly overrated. Much like you feel it is not.

I am happy, healthy and have been keeping a journal for a long time. For I know that my mind is far more powerful than the tap water I am drinking.

Wow. I am very moved by the powerful reading I have done throughout this website in the last 30 minutes. It seems as though that overcoming Demons are easier said than done? Or is that just me?

I’m not sure if its my generation or just the way I was raised but it seems that “all of the above” to avoid listed are not only my demons (or some of them) but my staples to everyday life! I will say that I can’t argue one statement in all of what I have read. It’s absolutely right! I have always struggled with my weight and when I was pregnant with my son (my second and last child) I had gestational diabetes and boy did that open my eyes to reading food labels, researching sugar content in foods, etc. I had never even paid attention before it put my unborn son at risk.

I am happy I stumbled along this website, I can’t seem to stop reading! Thanks for the great information…look forward to more.

Great advice Alexey!!

Alexey, thank you so much for your post. I’ve suffered from anxiety and depression most of my life however a month ago my anxiety took a turn for the worst resulting in panic attacks. They were debilitating and took a huge toll of me to the extent where i couldn’t go to work and did bare minimum. This was while on medication and going to therapy but recently I was under a significant amount of stress at home, work and obligations and did not listen to my body telling me that it was tired and needed more and that I couldn’t do it all and needed to reach out for help. I’ve never had a good diet and despised exercise. My first mild panic attack was on my birthday oct 3 it was mild but kept drinking coffee and skipped meals to ensure that I prepped for my 10 year old daughters bday on oct 5, Worked, completed my online degree assignments and hosted a sleep over for her, slept very little and woke up early, and entertained family the next day for her actual bday. Shortly after I finished cooking and slowed down, I had a full fledged horrifying panic attack on her bday, in front of my family and days after had many mini ones. I missed over a week of work and reached out for help from anyone who would listen. The reason for my story and my reply is for all those who think they don’t have time…. Make time before symptoms manifest on a special day like they did to me. I want to encourage others to listen and to make the changes necessary now before you are forced to do so.

On one of my worst days at home I was so tired and unable to sleep and wanted to fight… So I did and that’s when I felt a hint of relief.. I logged on to my game console, dusted off an exercise cd and ran in place, kick boxed and punched tArgets for 1 hour. My anxiety immediately fell to lower levels and I felt like I had hope. I researched foods that have high serotonin, drank chamomile tea and ate small meals several times a day. I’ve cut sugar, coffee , alcohol and have tried to slowly get back to who I am.

I have learned a very hard lesson and am now trying to build up my reserves doing as much as I can and is within my control. It’s never too early or late to start. I just wish I didn’t have to reach that low to get the message that I wasn’t treating myself well in so many ways. I thank you for recon firming that I am on the right track. For those of us who are ready to make life changes and need support, it’s people like you that help us along the way. Thank you!