[ #AutumnReading2022 #ResetHabits ] Full focus on balancing the autonomic nervous system!

There has never been a year where I thought about the "autonomic nervous system" as much as this one.

This is because, early in the spring, the stress of dental treatment triggered a "panic attack." It was my first experience of such terror.
(Strictly speaking, I felt it once before while on the delivery table during childbirth.)

Since then, I have been spending my days walking on eggshells with my completely delicate autonomic nervous system. It is my biggest worry and, one could say, my current challenge.

Fortunately, the panic symptoms subsided once my tooth decay was completely treated.
Even looking back, I feel bewildered, wondering what that was all about.

It was around that time that this book was introduced during "Autumn Reading 2022," and I ended up purchasing it.

Honestly, looking at the summary of the content, it overlapped with things I already knew or was practicing, so I hesitated to buy it.
However, I decided to read it to "review" and "check my answers" by reading an expert's opinion once again.

[Gratitude to Dr. Kobayashi]

As expected, there were several points where I thought, "Oh, I know this, I know this."

But from the easy-to-read writing of the author, "Hiroyuki Kobayashi, Professor at Juntendo University School of Medicine" (hereafter affectionately referred to as "Dr. Kobayashi"), his enthusiasm and kindness—wanting to do something for people suffering from autonomic nervous system imbalances—came through.

It felt as if I were being warmly encouraged myself.
It touches my heart... I shouldn't suffer alone.

Thinking that makes me feel lighter.
...Wait, is this what a "balanced autonomic nervous system state" feels like?!

[Citing specific points that were interesting]

I have always had a particular interest in "tidying up."
Dr. Kobayashi's attitude toward "things" can be described in one word: "wonderful."

Yes,"Everything is something to be discarded eventually."Even if I understand that, it's hard to be that decisive.

Will the day come when I can "reset" my attachment to things?
No, no, with that kind of "procrastination mindset," I would get scolded by the Dr. Kobayashi I imagine in my brain (though the doctor is probably kind and wouldn't get angry).

Reset right now, immediately! First, I must take action.

Being easily influenced, I immediately sorted and organized the pile of mail that had accumulated.

And another topic of interest: "Shukatsu" (end-of-life planning).
I had thought of it as an act (and a feeling) of preparing for the end (death).

Lately, I've been so worried about the remaining years of my life that both my body and mind have completely aged. It's a heavy pressure of having to face death.

However, the doctor says the following:

"Shukatsu" = "The ultimate reset technique"! This was no time to be feeling aged.

Beyond that, the importance of being quick on one's feet is a painful point for someone like me, who has a very sluggish, homebody nature.

The importance of "not hesitating," interspersed with baseball episodes. What persuasiveness.

I resonated with the idea of "becoming good at being alone," stemming from the doctor's statement that he "has no friends."

From "being conscious of how to face yourself," "deciding not to have expectations," and "having a core," the book was packed to the end with hints that supplement the things I usually think about vaguely.

It makes me want to straighten my posture again.
And let's increase the amount of oxygen entering my lungs.

[Content that is "relevant precisely because it is post-COVID"]

In that sense, it was a very timely reading experience.

I want people who feel the same way as I do to read this, specifically those who are:
◆ Feeling uneasy about the current atmosphere of the world (what the author calls a "slightly dark navy landscape")
◆ Experiencing hormonal imbalances due to menopause
◆ Afraid of a decline in immunity due to aging (lower immunity = more likely to catch COVID)
◆ Feeling unexplained physical discomfort or a lack of motivation
Also, for anyone carrying some kind of worry,

I will introduce a phrase that deeply impressed Dr. Kobayashi.

"The deeper the darkness, the closer the dawn."

[Conclusion]

I usually never read books in this self-help genre, so the "Autumn Reading 2022" note project gave me a great opportunity.

This time, unusually for me, I purchased the "e-book" version and read it on a smartphone app.
The feature that lets you jump to the section you want to read with one touch from the table of contents is incredibly convenient!
It is perfect for how-to books or manuals that you want to read over and over again, like this one.

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