Magic Numbers for Energy

Pythogoras lived in the sixth century BC and  is said to have been the first person to declare himself a philosopher – a seeker of wisdom. Although most would know him for him for his discoveries in mathematics, he was also the leader of what you might call a religious cult that taught many unusual and strange doctrines including, notoriously, the abstinence for the eating of – beans. He also believed in reincarnation and is believed to be largely responsible for numerology, later popularised by Nostradamus.

His followers were known as Pythagoreans and venerated certain numerical patterns, especially the so-called ‘tetractys of the decad.’ The tetractys is a diagram that represents the first four numbers in a triangle of ten dots.

Both  the triangle and the number ten – the decad – became objects of worship for the Pythagoreans. They considered ten to be the perfect number because it is made up of the sum of the first four integers, as shown in the tetractys.

Now I like to think of myself as a bit of a philosopher, so I thought I’d come up with my own ‘Magic Numbers’.

One thing we all need in leading, learning and life is energy – both physical and mental.  So here are my magic numbers to help you create the energy that you need.

Magic Numbers for Energy 2-4-6-8-10-12

Every day you need at least:

• 2 litres of water (fluids)
• 40 minutes exercise
• 6 pieces of fruit and veg
• 8 hours sleep
• 10 good laughs
• 12 minutes of conscious silence and stillness

Plus you need the ‘Three Ones’

• Think of at least 1 thing you’re grateful for
• Spend at least 1 minute on something you’re passionate about
• Have a least 1 intimate moment with a loved one

I don’t know what the Pythagoreans would have made of these numbers, but I hope you find them useful – and I’m happy to say that with this formula you can eat as many beans as you like – baked or otherwise!

Lead well!

David Koutsoukis

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