I use this acronym, GET REAL, when promoting healthy lifestyles as it reminds me of what I believe are key elements to enjoying a sense of well-being. (*)see below)
The L is a reminder to: live fully…laugh freely…love truly…life long learning…Today, I experienced all these dimensions of the “L” factor…
After dog sitting for a week & with 2 more weeks ahead, I decided to try the “upgraded” toilet seat in my bathroom. Utilizing the remote that was in a case mounted on the wall, I hit a button that produced a gentle spray of water. When I hit the button to stop the spray, it didn’t stop- trust me don’t stand up till you have it stopped. Thus, I tried some other buttons- next came on the dryer- ok, that felt nice…Now, let’s stop it…Fortunately, I noticed an instruction sheet tucked up against the wall; plus, I discovered that the remote is 2-sided… As one might expect the red button was to stop it. Initially, I must not have hit it at the right angle…
Anyway, here’s my take-away from how this scenario unfolded: L- Live fully. (Be game to try new things- who knows what you might miss out on if you don’t.)…Laugh freely. (Laugh at yourself- nobody’s perfect)… Love truly. (You gotta love yourself no matter what or as Whitney Houston reminds us in her song Greatest Love of All -“Learning to love yourself is the greatest love of all.” It’s also the greatest gift.)…Life long learning. (Sometimes it comes as a “refresher course”- other times it might feel like wis”dumb”.)…
Based on this experience, I highly recommend that you read instructions or get “coached” prior to using something new…Plus, please, take note of any “precautions” identified…
BTW: Bonus features- the seat is heated as well as acts as a night light..
G.E.T. R.E.A.L.
G: Gratitude (should be spelled with 2 t’s as it reflects a positive attitude)
E: Establish equilibrium…
T: To thine own self be true…
R: Rest, relax, & rejuvenate…
E: Eat what you enjoy & enjoy what you eat…
A: Activate your lifestyle…
L: live fully / laugh freely / love truly / lifelong learning…