My relaxation rituals

My relaxation rituals are precise and tailored to counter whatever caused my latest bout of stress.

First, there’s musica nostalgic journey through the 70s and 80s, with tunes ranging from Indian classics to Western hits. Current music trends? I am not sure you can classify it as music but then who am I to judge? All the same you will not find the latest beats on my playlist.

Then, I dive into TV or movies, but only go for reruns. Why? Because with reruns you know exactly when to laugh, when to sigh, and what parts to fast-forward. 

If I’m feeling bold, I’ll head over to chess.com, where I bravely face off against the lowest-rated bot… and still get crushed. How can that be relaxing, you ask? Don’t question itjust enjoy the absurdity of losing to a bot

At times I write on my blog, where I freely dispense advice that I myself never take 😀

There was a time when I would relax with a good book, not any more. At 55, I am at a stage where I am dodging glasses like Neo from “The Matrix” dodges bullets.  And I plan to keep it that way.

Once I am all relaxed and set, it’s time to get back to the grind, transform from a zen master back into the anxious ball of nerves that would be my natural state.