As the years go by, thanks to received wisdom and the ageing process, our organism will go through a significant number of changes. For me, one of the standout changes in attitude was recognising the need to take grater care of myself.
I used to get sick, again and again, (on average catching 3 to 4 colds a year) I was desperate to boost my immune system and stop getting run down and boy did I find the trick.
After googling how to never get sick again I discovered Wim Hof ‘The Iceman’ to be in everyone’s top 10. His enthusiasm and spiritual charm was all the inspiration I needed to give the cold water exposure a try.
That was almost 2 years ago now, since I first woke up to the power of the cold shower and incredibly I haven’t been sick since.
Those of you who are waiting for the sanctuary of summer to come around before dipping your toes in the water are completely missing the point.
The reaction to the cold is what empowers us, do not be afraid, embrace your body’s ability to adapt and evolve as it learns to protect you better.
Certainly don’t wait for life to change you, those who instigate the process are rewarded the most. I can assure all concerned a great fortune will favour the brave when they do....
COLD IS GOLD
Everyone is told that cold is,
Too cold for the oldies,
What a bunch of baloney,
If only we didn’t grow weak,
Then we could so teach,
Each other to know these messages,
That are as precious as gold leaf,
Or a soul beached in the Maldives,
Only, don’t get cold feet,
Heap the pressure on me,
It’s better on freeze,
Until I’m an old geez,
You can bet I’ll be-low key,
As I slowly repeat ever so sweet...
Posted (31/12/19)