Simple rules of life

Life really doesn't need to be as difficult as people make it.  The rule of, if it is a good thing and you can do it, then do it, is the only rule you need.  Really, it is that simple.  Don't analyze it, ponder it, rationalize it, procrastinate it or put your negative spin on it. 
For instance, if you can walk, then walk.  If you can run and have half an inclination, then run.  If there is a bathroom that needs painting at the church, you have a couple of hours free, and you can do it, then do it.  If the dishwasher needs emptying, then empty it now rather than later. If you have ironing to do(as I do right now) then get it done.  If you have a container that could be recycled, then rinse it out, put it aside, and recycle it.

The time one puts into talking ones self out of doing something, can be spent in just getting'er done.  And after you do it, take a moment to reflect about how it makes you feel.  Don't you feel great when you get back from a walk? You don't have any self reproach for not doing your part in helping someone out.  We waste a lot of energy on that one.  When you go to get dressed, you can go directly to the closet and put the garment on and when you have dirty dishes you can put them right into the dishwasher, keeping the kitchen neat and tidy.  See how much less effort daily life takes?

I've heard, " It is easy enough for you to say" or " It is easier said than done".  Neither statement is true. The satisfaction one gains from a clear mind and a healthy body is priceless and way better than the alternative.

There, the ironing is done(and I hate ironing).  Do I feel good about getting it out of the way, though?  You bet.  Now I can move on to doing the things I really find rewarding, like my painting.  And I don't mean painting the church bathroom.

Here is an interesting exercise.  Go through your entire house and count up how many number 1 and 2 plastics you have in your home.  Check the number on the bottom of the containers.  Just be sure the lid is on tightly, before you turn it over to check.  I always learn things the hard way.  You will be amazed with the number.