Hey Old man...

The David Alliance

 

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Do you find yourself getting cranky more and more… I think of the movie the run down with The Rock, in the beginning in the bar scene he takes out all the football players and the skinny QB says

What’s with all the hostility… you should have taken option A. 

 

Can get moody in their old age… you know the old Get outta my yard old man…

 

Do you find yourself getting cranky as you get older… I sometimes do.

 

Abraham Morgentaler, MD, founder and director of Men’s Health Boston medical clinic, says he often sees other side effects in his patients. “Men with low testosterone find that their emotional reserves are lower,” he says. “They have a shorter fuse. In popular culture, people link male anger with high testosterone, but as a rule we see it more in men with low testosterone -- most commonly when levels are dropping. That’s when men get cranky.”

Now why does mens T get lower? Is it just simply age related… to some degree yes, but thats not the whole picture. You have obesity, a beer gut, poor nutrition, poor sleep, high cholesterol, lack of exercise, a stagnant lifestyle… but note:::: These are all under your control outside of you getting older. 

But the question is this… can you choose to affect your own mood good or bad? 

 

Londons global university 

 

1. Wake up earlier

Set your alarm to go off 15 minutes before you normally get up. This extra time will enable you to have a more organised and productive day.

2. Make a friend smile

Making a friend smile is a great way to improve your day.  Why not send them a funny video online or send them a text to see how they are doing.

3. Have a quick tidy up

Clear space, clear mind!  Make some time, even if it’s only for 5 minutes each day to tidy your environment - your mind will thank you.

4. Write a diary entry

Writing can help you to process your own emotions and feelings. Set a time each day to write these down, and you’ll instantly feel better.

5. Smile at the first stranger you see

Never underestimate the power of a smile!  It costs you nothing, but can make someone’s day and will also leave you feeling warm inside.

6. Take a walk

If you are feeling stressed or worried, taking a short walk outside will raise your mood and can also calm you down.

7. Look through old photographs

Looking at old photographs is the ultimate lockdown mood-booster! They will bring back memories and make you feel nostalgic. 

8. Put some laundry on

Laundry can be very easy to put off, but the feeling of doing some is much better for your mind than the negative feeling of putting it off.

9. Listen to music

It is well known that music can boost happiness and reduce anxiety.  Put on your favourite album and you will notice yourself humming, smiling and dancing in no time!

10. Light a candle

The smell and flicker of the flame on a burning a candle can help with relaxation. Scented candles that use quality essential oils can also induce quality sleep.

11. Eat at least one healthy meal

Unhealthy snacks can be tempting, but your body and mind will thank you for eating at least one healthy meal with fruit and vegetables each day.

12. Do something nice for someone else

Whether it’s walking someone’s dog or giving someone a book you no longer need, small acts of kindness can go a long way and will help you to feel more positive.

13. Do the washing up before you go to bed

Cleaning the dishes after you’ve eaten or before bed is often the last thing you’ll feel like doing, but get into this routine and the next morning will be much more pleasant!

14. Put on an outfit you love

Even when you’re at home all day, putting on some clothes you love will instantly lift your mood and will make you feel ready for the day ahead.

15. Make sure you get enough sleep

Most of us need about 8 hours of sleep a night to repair and renew our bodies, so make sure you get this if you want to wake up feeling refreshed and energised!

 

These are all good, but what does scripture say… and again these are some practical and good ideas…

 

  -  Repent: What, wait… why? What did I do to repent of? You are living according to your moods and not the word of God. So repent and ask God to forgive you for living by the flesh.

Remember we are not physical bodies with a spirit, but rather we are a spirit living in physical bodies. You must live by the spirit. 

 

Take control 

Did you know that in Christ, you can take control of the emotions that used to control you? The Bible commands us,

"Therefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and rest your hope fully upon the grace that is to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ." (1 Peter 1:13)

DON’T WAIT FOR YOUR EMOTIONS TO CHANGE TO CHANGE YOUR EMOTIONS… sounds crazy right, but we live that way. The truth is you YES YOU get to choose your mood and your mindset. 

 

Finally don’t live by your emotions, live by the spirit of God. 

"I say then: Walk in the Spirit, and you shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh. For the flesh lusts against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; and these are contrary to one another, so that you do not do the things that you wish." (Galatians 5:16-17)   

it can’t get any more clear… Scripture says don’t live by your feelings… why do we hate this? because it tells us that we… yes WE have a choice to live above our feelings and live according to the spirit. That is hard only because we have for so long lived by our emotions and feelings.

What’s the point? Back to simply this… you only have yourself to blame - God gave you his spirit and the direction to take - NOW its your move!