Feeling Thirsty?

Growing up in Malaysia, I was so privileged that I was never concern about losing access to clean water. I'd imagine most people in developed countries would agree. Yet, many of us in developed countries experience dehydration on a day to day basis because we are consumed with life (in the form of work, school, and other responsibilities). Water is so important to life itself, it keeps our bodies healthy, our bodies clean, our crops growing, and many other benefits.

For two weeks, Steph and I took full advantage of the clean water available to us and aimed to drink at least 3 liters (~12 cups) of water a day. While the recommended daily intake of water varies depending on your level of activity and physical condition, we felt that 3 liters was an appropriate goal for us.

During the two weeks, I had a constant obsession with making sure I was drinking consistently so that I'd reach my goal (it really doesn't feel great when you try to gulp 3 WHOLE liters in one sitting!). The obsession mentally drained me a little, but I was willing to adapt since I wanted to develop the heathy habit of staying hydrated. I noticed that my mind stayed clearer, my moods felt brighter, and my body felt refreshed!

Be able to be fully hydrated is such a necessity that seems like a privilege in many other countries. If you have access to clean water, I encourage you to hear the thirsty cues in your body. If you feel numb to those cues because of how busy your schedule is, set timers/reminders! Water is a simple liquid that does wonders for ourselves and our societies. We are blessed to have it throughout our developed communities!

Currently, approximately 800 million people lack access to safe water globally. If you want to do something about the water crisis, here are some great initiatives to be a part of:

The Water Project

Water For People

Water

As declared by the United Nations, March 22nd, 2021 is World Water Day: a day to share about what water means to each of us and what we need to do to sustain our sources. If you want to be a part of this conversation, check out https://www.worldwaterday.org/

As always, stay cheeky,

Janelle

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