21/01/2026
In life it is possible to go through an experience that leaves one feeling so low and numb. It can result from a broken relationship; loss of a job; death of a loved one; a deal gone sour, and so on. One may feel like giving up, nothing to live for anymore, and negativity sinks in. In due time, one may even stop engaging in routine activities, including hygiene, and personal care, and result to staying indoors, in bed, with very minimum movement if any.
Comparing the above scenario to a vehicle. When one has a vehicle in the parking lot, if it stays there for even six months, without ever igniting it once in a while, the engine will eventually be messed up. it is important to keep igniting the engine regularly. This serves to preserve the engine, and make the vehicle functional. In a similar manner, it is important to ignite the engine of our lives, regularly, when one is going through a tough season in life. This may involve engaging in meaningful activity, for example, exercise such as taking short walk;s ensuring one takes a balanced diet; not isolating oneself; avoiding drug and substance abuse; positive self talk, psychotherapy, and many more.
Initially, one may not want to, or even have the strength to do so. However, the more one does it, the more the "engine" gets fired up. In addition, when one starts moving the vehicle, it is not possible to move from 0 Kph to 160Kph, indeed, the speed is gradually increased, through consistency in driving. Similarly, as one starts to engage in the meaningful activities, one may start with just 30 minutes per day. Consistency is key, to be able to gain momentum. As indicated earlier, it is also important to seek psychotherapy to work on the prevailing issues.
