Lately, I have been thinking about yes, death. Everyone will die, the question that will probably be in everyone’s mind is how we will die or where? It will not be a matter of when – well I think that depends on how much risks you take, or the kind of lifestyle you adopt, but basically if you live your life generally well, within the safe limits at least, you will probably live a long life. Don’t mean long, but at least maybe 60 or 70 I think.
Just a couple of weeks ago, I was conducting some value-added programs for the senior community. I got to befriend some of the folks and I was kind-of feeling sad of them being there. But of course, it is not a home, just a day care centre. I don’t want to dwell much into this because I am sure that are reasons or stories behind it. What was surprising to me me was the fact that they are using walkers to walk and some of them are in wheelchairs and they are in their late 60s and early 70s. I was just thinking about their state. I may be wrong but is it our lifestyle that accounts for it? Some have made mention of our food, especially during wedding dinners and the fact that the community loves to eat, explore new food haunts, going out on late-night suppers with the family (some of them even quoted as it being a bonding activity). But is it all about food?
What about exercise? I love the sweat and the sun but not many do. And lately there is this ‘potion’ that made rounds in the social media that apparently burns your fat, detox and cleanse your body? I guess in the short run, it is fine if you want to lose a couple of inches but definitely not in the long run. For one, it will harm your body – who knows what is inside these sachets? And mind you, it is not cheap? Why would people buy these? I guess because it easy than to put on your running shoes and walk for a minimum of 30 minutes thrice weekly.
Until then. Assalamualaikum
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