A Day in the Life -1

The highlight of last week was the Serene Sounds Sound Bath that I attended in London. I also enjoyed walking in the sunshine. After two weeks of rain, I am glad to see more sunshine now. I enjoyed time with my family walking in nature in the sunshine. This is the first blog in the series in A Day in the Life. I am going to describe activities that are relaxing and fun. Such activities enhance nervous system harmony.

Nervous system harmony means calming down the nervous system. Nervous system harmony means keeping the sympathetic system and parasympathetic system in balance.  The sympathetic nervous system speeds up and energizes processes. It also activates the fight/flight response. In contrast, the parasympathetic system calms down the system.

What I Enjoyed this Week
○ October 18 2024
■ Today, we went to Regent’s park. When we went to Regent’s park, we were walking around and passing through the open air theater, where we attended the Shakesphere show in May 2024. We saw a fountain and relaxed on a bench. We then walked around the park and saw some birds.

○ October 19, 2024
■ On September 22, we attended a show called “Serene Sounds”. The show was at a place called Canary Wharf. This show was an unusual show because we lay down on Yoga mats as opposed to sitting on chairs. I attended the same show at a different location on October 19th. Serene Sounds made me feel relaxed. In contrast, some of the regular shows make me feel overwhelmed. There is too much noise and visual stimulation.
■ As explained on this website (https://southlondon.co.uk/area/southwark/finnish-church-goes-totally-thames/) Lying
Lying on a yoga mat close to the performers gives a much more immersive experience than the more formal settings that classical concerts usually take place in”, says Eleanor. “The sounds of the Tibetan singing bowls, chimes and bells are the perfect match for these beautiful songs and take you on a real journey.”

○ October 20, 2024
■ To Hammersmith with Sanjay
The day before Yesterday, I went to Hammersmith with Sanjay (my younger nephew). Because it was raining that day, I just went to the bus terminus and came back. I usually go with Ishaan(my older nephew). When I go with Ishaan, I sometimes go to the crepe place and eat crepes. https://specialsaathi.com/2024/09/18/happy-in-hammersmith/

○ October 21, 2024
■ What I Did Today
■ First, I walked from the Airbnb. We walked for 15 minutes. The weather was pleasant. It was cloudy, and somewhat chilly.
■ When I came home from the Airbnb, I had tea, then I did my morning dance practice. Since September was very sunny, I was dancing in the backyard. Since it started raining towards the end of October, it disturbed my dance class.
■ After dance class, I went for coding class. Sometimes, I sit outside, but today, I sat in the porch.
■ After the coding class, I went on a half an hour walk.
■ After lunch, I rested and then practiced my dance.
■ Then, I went on a walk and went to the grocery store. Then, I kept idly and then wrote my blog. I will do some review and reading after dinner.

○ October 22, 2024
■ Today was an ordinary day. I practiced dance, attended coding class, went for walks, listened to chants, reviewed theory for my diploma exam, and wrote my blog.

Overall, this week was a relaxing week. This week, I explored the use of Diigo for writing my blog and for reviewing for my diploma exam. I find it easier to organize my thoughts. I am going to continue using it next week,