Walking is an essential part of Wayfinding - which is a term that simply means finding your way through your life. Thinkers, artists, and philosophers throughout the ages have found "eureka" moments of inspiration while walking…
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In general, there are four stages of competency whenever we are building a new skill:
Unconsciously Incompetent
Consciously Incompetent
Consciously Competent
Unconsciously Competent
Our walking gait is one of our most distinguishable features!…
Are you willing to consciously choose the direction you wish to guide both your body and your life?
Even small changes in our motor programs may feel drastic and so when we're working on changing our normal gait toward a healthier way of walking, we may feel a little silly and embarrassed. Here's a few thoughts on how to shift your perspective.
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Walking can bring you to destinations that can bring you joy such as a beautiful viewpoint. But conscious walking can be a source of contentment in itself. Awareness of how you body is moving can bring you into a meditative and peaceful stay. Knowing your body is moving toward better health can give you a sense of empowerment. Then, the journey and act of walking brings about contentment, and the destination is just the icing on the cake.
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There's a lot of emphasis lately on getting in a certain number of steps per day. But I feel that being too concerned with a strict regimen can hinder then enjoyment of walking and the sense of accomplishment for any distance moved in a day. Plus, the body does best with lots of variance in not only types of movement but also with frequency and duration as well. My suggestion is to plan on walking varying distances throughout the week: some days, you may hike for 7 miles, others you may only walk 1 mile, and others you may walk by going to the store or simply around your room. Think of any movement as input for the body. Remember to celebrate and enjoy all the steps you take.
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