The Body Manifesto

Why Don’t Burger Joints Deliver

bodymanifesto — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 21:34:48 +0000

There’s a question that vexed me today. It threw me into a tailspin of anger so deep. My mind was blown beyond any sort of recognizable form. Yes, it was that bad (read: no it wasn’t). So why, don’t burger joints deliver?

Is it just because I don’t live in the thriving metropolis of NYC that I can’t get a delivery boy/girl to bike over a delicious bacon cheeseburger done well with all the fixings (sans onions)? Mind you, my cravings for this particular American foodstuffs is quite rare, so the need to have constant drop off is unnecessary. I’ll also add that I don’t mind walking to a cute little restaurant two blocks away from my apartment to collect the goodies. But the thought came to me, why don’t they deliver? Are they doing me any good? Are they attempting to save me from clogging my poor sweet arteries? Or, have burger joints simply not tapped into a potential source of revenue especially in big college towns?

Ain’t nothin’ but a mooo(la) thing baby.

Artist (Body) of the Moment

bodymanifesto — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 00:59:47 +0000

Michael Bakari Jordan, currently starring in one of my favorite television shows, Parenthood, and most recently Friday Night Lights, is definitely something I look forward to whenever I can get around the to watching the show. He’s a young, talented gem, and not too bad to look at.

Reasons to love: He’s a fellow ACTOR (yay)

Reasons to watch: He’s talented

Reasons to desire: Check the SMILE!

Social Networking’s Benefits

bodymanifesto — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 00:27:24 +0000

Simply by being open, you can allow yourself to achieve a lot more. You can participate in decision making.

I just spent sometime watching the documentary Us Now and thought that much of what they had to say was very thought-provoking and very inspiring. It was very well made, simply as a film, but it was also successful in it’s ability to relate itself to a number of worlds and society’s that we all currently inhabit.

It’s essential tagline is about how the openness of today’s technological capabilities and social networking of the 21st century allows for everything, politics, corporations, personal fulfillment, can work better because of the larger group collaborating rather than a hierarchy that attempts to please its constituents. Examples used throughout the emails included couchsurfing, politics, mummy networks, sportclubs, and assistance in helping you fund your & your community’s needs and wants. Definitely take a look.

How to Get What You Want.

bodymanifesto — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 18:19:59 +0000

How do you get what you want? How do you get inspiration? How does it happen?

One of my professors had a great quote today and it impacted me. Although I’ve been anxious about the idea about achieving my fitness goals for the year, I can get there.

“It takes work. It’s not about willing a physical thing to ahppen. You have to do the work to make it happen. It’s all about the work. It’s not about just inspiration to get you there. It’s about work.”

DAMN that’ll work. Later that day, one of my classmates said something too that I thought was a great story.

“There are two children in a tree with two parents from a far. One parent yells ‘hold on’ and the other yells ‘don’t fall.’ The child who falls is the one who was told “Don’t fall.” So, focus on what to do and not what you’re not supposed to do cause you’ll end up doing whatever is on your mind.’

Damn… that’ll work too.

Does Slow & Steady ACTUALLY Win the Race

bodymanifesto — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 11:42:37 +0000

Not that I’ve spent much time reflecting on this particular life adage, but I’ve thought about it. I’ve thought about it when I’m studying for something, I think about it when I’m making plans or planning an event, and of course I think about it as I continue my quest to become healthier, stronger, and leaner. Does slow and steady actually win the race? Does taking the time to handle something slowly, or in little smaller parts, or gradually make everything workout…. ‘better’ in the end.

Luckily, I’ve been far too busy as of late to really be frustrated by overthinking and overanalyzing whether or not the ‘take it slow approach is for me. As a consequence, the theory of it got put into practice with much reduced effort and stress. I inadvertently benefited from the slow & steady approach And I think I’m winning. There are the more vain things I enjoy, ie clothes fitting better and such. And then there are the more ‘big deal’ things that I really I’m glad I’ve had the time to be able to put into practice ie, MUCH MUCH healthier eating. You know, the things that TAKE TIME to learn, that take time to be ingrained before they become habitual acts of daily living. I’m not saying it’s perfect science, but something’s clicked.

Not that this whole theory is a competition, but Aesop had it right.

I like the slow & steady approach. It is great. And I like that.

Song of the Moment

bodymanifesto — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 02:29:13 +0000

Lenny Kravitz “Fly Away”….. this man is too sexy.

Summer Body Lovin’

bodymanifesto — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 02:28:32 +0000

get out and get to walking
lots of dancing is paramount
take advantage of summer sports.

Song of the Moment

bodymanifesto — Sat, 03 Jul 2010 20:08:23 +0000

Let’s go ahead and call this my personal mantra. Sometimes it gets me into trouble, but generally speaking, I really really enjoy it.

“Life is a Highway” by Rascal Flatts

the NON-Rule Rules.

bodymanifesto — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 23:24:34 +0000

Give yourself a break
Think about the long haul but remember that it all happens in CHUNKS
Start early if you can.
Party, celebrate, and relax often.
Dwell in the creativity of others and let it inspire you.
Avoid negative nancy’s at all cost.

Song of the Moment

bodymanifesto — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 20:34:31 +0000

I’ve been sitting on this one privately enjoying it only in the confines of my own brainspace but it’s so ridiculous that I HAVE to share! The lyrics are AWESOME!

“Tightrope” by Janelle Monae feat Big Boi