What About The Other Side?

Of course, everyone has a Main side. You grab your first rattle with your preferred hand, which starts building into a habit. But what about the Other side? Is it waiting for you to give it a chance? Try it and see! As an experiment, I started  doing crossword puzzles with the Other hand. The challenge: each letter has to fit in its box and be legible when the crossing word comes along. The results: my Other hand gives me awkward moments (without embarrassing consequences) and an increased appreciation for kindergartners who are starting to learn their letters. Also, without fanfare, my brain builds new neural connections in response to the new skill. Then the door of curiosity opened to look for what else was lopsided. For example, which leg goes into your pants first? Which hand habitually reaches into the silverware drawer? Which side of your teeth do you brush first?  What else? How about trying the Other? (It’s probably best to explore with a sense of humor!) When you take the challenge, please let me know how it goes.

Suggestion from Mariah Kaye, Senior Fitness Specialist, offering more fitness choices through MoveAnyWayFitness.com.