Today was a drag. And for no particular reason. The only affronts to my mood were (1) being "asked" to skip lunch with my friends to help out at the office and (2) staying late to work at the most disorganized event I've ever been a part of. Those types of things usually won't harsh my mellow, brah. Today was not my day.
When I came home, later than planned, I ran 6 miles in the sweltering heat, warmed up some leftover Chinese food, and cracked open a little bottle of happiness, a Bell's Two Hearted Ale. I am not a heavy drinker. Never really was. But there's something refreshing and relaxing in kicking back with a perfectly chilled brew after a long, hot day. Last summer, with a work schedule that was a little more forgiving and a lot less fruitful, I'd ride my bike for hours before I'd come home to watch TiVoed coveraged of the Tour in the evening, in my hand a fresh, mouth-punching bottle of Short's Huma-Lupa-Licious, one of my favorite IPAs from one of my favorite breweries. There's nothing better than that.
After reflecting for a bit, I realized that I was quite productive today, despite my state of mind. I ran twice after having slept through Tuesday's morning run, finished a lot of work that needed to be done, and lent a hand to my coworkers. I needed to wind down to notice this. Too often, I get worked up but don't cool down, which affects my behavior and performance for days. Looking forward, whatever the method may be, I'm going to make a concerted effort to destress after tough days, painful workouts, et al., not only for myself, but for those who have to be around me.
How do you unwind?
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