Living Well: “Me Time” and Self Care

One of the issues of constant travel and flights are the jet lag and pure beating your body takes in uncomfortable seats in pressurized cabins in flights. When you fly as long and as much as I do it starts to catch up to you. I used to be able to handle it much better when I was younger but as I creep up past 50 it does take more time to recover. 

I remember doing long and overnight intercontinental flights, arriving in the morning and then jumping right into meetings. And with energy and vigor. I try not to do that anymore if I can avoid it. 

Getting in one night earlier helps me get oriented. It also allows me time to do my workout and exercise regime. And with melatonin, ZMA and L-theanine supplements, get a good night's rest. Sleep is important and key to recovery of almost everything. 

But what I’ve been doing more of in recent years is the use of saunas and therapeutic massages. Not only are they enjoyable but they help get circulation and blood flow back in your body. 10 years ago I used to consider these unnecessary luxuries. Mainly because I probably did not think they were worth it. Or realistically just could not justify it due to pure cheapness and money issues. Now it’s standard procedure. 

I consider it a good investment in health and well being. It's a performance enhancer. It’s something that helps me feel better and be more effective. And it’s a nice treat and reward for all my work. 

Don’t overlook “me time” and self care. It’s a simple and easy way to enhance your life. It’s worth paying for. Don’t be a cheapskate like me when I was younger. Invest in your quality of life. Little doses regularly go a long way towards this.