It was brought to my attention that in many languages the words pleasure and satisfaction were not synonymous.
The word pleasure was defined as short term. Satisfaction is associated with long term. I suppose you can decide which you would prefer--immediate pleasure or long term satisfaction. But keep in mind they are not the same.
Monday, June 27, 2011
Monday, June 20, 2011
DON'T EAT THIS DON'T EAT THAT
I was reading an article giving advice about what snacks to eat late at night. The article was written as a "EAT THIS NOT THAT".
Although the writer gave great examples of choices with less calories and fat, it missed a very important point. Isn't the real issue not to eat late at night? How about choosing not to eat at all?
Eating late at night typically leads to overeating. Can make losing weight more difficult. This habit has got to go if you are going to lose weight permanently. If you eat more calories at times of day when you're not expending much energy, you're likely to gain weight.
If you're plagued by midnight munchies, do your best to get yourself into a regular meal routine. Keep it simple, and remember that your main goal is to get into the habit of not eating after dinner.
Although the writer gave great examples of choices with less calories and fat, it missed a very important point. Isn't the real issue not to eat late at night? How about choosing not to eat at all?
Eating late at night typically leads to overeating. Can make losing weight more difficult. This habit has got to go if you are going to lose weight permanently. If you eat more calories at times of day when you're not expending much energy, you're likely to gain weight.
If you're plagued by midnight munchies, do your best to get yourself into a regular meal routine. Keep it simple, and remember that your main goal is to get into the habit of not eating after dinner.
Monday, June 13, 2011
DON'T BE MAD AT DAD
In honor of Fathers Day (this Sunday) I want to remind you that when it comes to health and fitness-genetics does not dictate fate. They are just a factor. Mom and dad may have determined how tall you are, your skin color and the color of your eyes. You would not work hard at becoming 4 inches taller. Nor to you take spin class in an effort to become Chinese. However, you understand that if you exercise and eat healthy, you can become healthier and slimmer.
Having an overweight Dad might have effected your eating habits, beliefs and other aspects. However, bad habits can be replaced with better habits. Habits that can assist in overcoming these things.
Having an overweight Dad might have effected your eating habits, beliefs and other aspects. However, bad habits can be replaced with better habits. Habits that can assist in overcoming these things.
Monday, June 6, 2011
YOU CAN GET SOME SATISFACTION
It was brought to my attention that some foreign languages have completely different definitions for satisfaction and pleasure. In fact, the two words are not as closely linked as in the English language.
In short, pleasure defines more immediate/short term gratification while satisfaction was more long term.
When it comes to health and fitness the emphasis is more long term. Therefore it makes sense to consider the satisfaction of making certain choices rather than the immediate gratification.
Yes, one should enjoy the pleasures of life. And certainly there are many to be found without sacrificing the long term gain.
In short, pleasure defines more immediate/short term gratification while satisfaction was more long term.
When it comes to health and fitness the emphasis is more long term. Therefore it makes sense to consider the satisfaction of making certain choices rather than the immediate gratification.
Yes, one should enjoy the pleasures of life. And certainly there are many to be found without sacrificing the long term gain.
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