COVID-19, 101, 31-41

31. Read the classics. They knew nothing about Covid-19 but they knew a lot about uncertainty in a world without guarantees.

32. Take that costs spreadsheet and ensure it is (1) 100% accurate and then (2) reduce it again. The smaller your costs the less you are beholden; you can do it. It’s amazing what you have saved this last month or two.

33. As public transport becomes a whole lot less attractive, the bicycle is back. But you can go better than that. Get to the core of who you really are and walk. Walk early, walk long. Discover the back-routes, the historic alleys and the scenic perspectives of your city of work. Exercise is optional; movement is essential.

34. Create a simple printable daily check list. Print one each day and during the day tick off....

35. Meditation.  Each morning. Formal quiet sitting. Notice your breathing. Let go of thoughts.

36. Food. Daily. Variety across the food types. As local and seasonal as possible. Zero processing. Use some of the money saved for one or two recipe books and a good pan or two, a steamer and at least one top quality sharp knife. With the latter prepping vegetables become so much more attractive. 

37. Weights and intensity. Your walking addresses CV. Throw in some intensity (e.g. skipping) and some weights work (body weight is fine). A google will reveal a programme which works for you. Step out of your cubicle at work and do a 15 minute session.

38. Inspiration. Always be reading.

39. Note-taking. Write notes, capture ideas and reflect and act upon good ideas. 

40. Support. Effect a simple act of support. Buying at the local shop even though it is more expensive/helping carry the child’s buggy up the bizarre 1-way system on the underground/dropping a real note to a friend in need.

41. Make the Daily Check-List now. You now have some starter ideas and add plenty of your own. No pilot goes anywhere without their prompts.

TBC

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