Your Body is Your Vehicle: Invest in Preventative Health and Drive With Composure"
“Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live .” - Jim Rohn
Introduction:
When was the last time you had your car serviced? Probably in the last year, right? Now, how about your last physical check-up or wellness assessment? If you can't remember, you're not alone. For many of us, our vehicles receive better preventative maintenance than our bodies.
According to AAA, Americans spend an average of $1,186/yr on vehicle maintenance and repairs! [^1^]. However, when it comes to investing in preventative health measures, the numbers are surprisingly lower[^2^]. That is pretty darn interesting! Why are so many willing to invest more in their cars than their own own bodies? I mean, let's face it, a car can be replaced; our bodies cannot!
Investing in Preventative Health
Investing in preventative health is as crucial as maintaining your vehicle, far more crucial actually. You can't experience the joys of driving a car you've worked hard for and maintained if you've been discarding the care of your life vehicle, your body. Preventative Health is so easy to invest in that htere should be no excuse. Regular exercise, balanced nutrition, adequate sleep, and routine check-ups can prevent chronic diseases, and enhance your quality of life aiding in longevity. On the contrary, neglecting preventative health can lead to illnesses that can cost you physically, emotionally, and financially.
Driving with Composure
Now, driving with composure. You might wonder how composure fits into this scenario. Well, just as we maintain composure while navigating a difficult road or heavy traffic (maybe even with the kids screaming in the back) it is crucial that we maintain composure in our health journey too.
Composure plays a vital role in managing stress, making mindful decisions, and maintaining consistency. It helps us remain calm and focused, enabling us to make rational decisions about our health and wellness. Whether it's choosing a healthier meal, sticking to a workout routine, or managing stress, I have found composure is the key.
The How
So, how do we cultivate more composure? It starts with awareness and mindfulness, then of course - action. Pay attention to your body's signals and respond to them accordingly. Adopt a balanced lifestyle that includes physical activity, nutritious food, restorative sleep, and stress management. And remember, it's not about making drastic changes but taking consistent, small steps that lead to lasting results.
Let's evolve our perspective and treat our bodies with the same care and attention we give our cars. After all, we're the drivers of our health and well-being, and maintaining composure keeps us on the right path. Remember, investing in your health today will save you from future costs associated with severe illness. And as it has been said, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
Invest in your health. Drive with composure. Make the journey worthwhile.
[^1^]: https://newsroom.aaa.com/auto/your-driving-costs/
[^2^]: https://www.cdc.gov/chronicdisease/resources/publications/factsheets/preventive-health.htm
