Posts Tagged ‘Lifestyle’
Achieve the Body You Desire
The biggest problem that we have in the United States is the concept of Instant Gratification. Whatever we desire, we want it now and if there is a way to get it now then, we will do it. We don’t consider whether it is sustainable or optimal, we just consider the time aspect of it and the sooner, the better. Achieving the body we desire is not an exception, we want a lean and strong body and we want it NOW!!! First, let’s go through what I mean by Instant Gratification with several real world examples:
Problem: Want to Lose Weight
Instant Gratification Solution: Get Bariatric Surgery or Liposuction
Problem: Want to Feel Great
Instant Gratification Solution: Go to Doctor and ask about the numerous “options” (pills) you see advertised on TV.
Problem: Want a new car or other material object
Instant Gratification Solution: Put it on a Credit Card or get “no money down” financing.
As you can see, these “Solutions” are very typical, though they are not SUSTAINABLE and they are far from OPTIMAL, they are quick fixes. Neither Bariatric Surgery nor Liposuction address how or why a person became obese. It addresses the symptom (obesity) of a greater problem (overeating, addiction to refined carbs, etc.). Not feeling great usually has more to do with dissatisfaction with one’s situation (job, spouse, home life, etc.) not a chemical imbalance. Buying something that you can’t afford may feel good in the short-term, but saving up for something, and sacrificing other purchases in order to get it, is more gratifying and it is SUSTAINABLE. Think of the things that you have saved up for in order to purchase. Whether it was your first car, a bicycle or a baseball card, you always think fondly about what you did to get it and you treat it with care and pride. Read the rest of this entry »