WEEKLY HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN DECEMBER 22ND, 2018
HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN DECEMBER 22ND, 2018
HEY EVERYONE!
WELCOME To Our End of the week "WEEKLY" HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN~.. ITS ALMOST CHRISTMAS-TIME!
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**How has everything been going for you over the past week?!
**We are only a few days away from CHRISTMAS!..How many of you celebrate and what are your Christmas plans?!
**What are some of your "Favorite" Christmas Holiday "Traditions"?!
**What are your plans to stay "On track" during the Holiday? Do you have any "Healthier" choices, dishes, or food swaps you wish to tell us about?
**If you don't celebrate Christmas, What do you do during this time? What is your tradition or holiday this time of year?
**We are about to enter the LAST FULL WEEK of 2018! What's ONE thing you would like to accomplish in the next week ahead?!
**What have been your "highlights" this past week? What are your weekend plans?
**What things would YOU like to talk about or share with us?! WE want to hear from YOU!! 
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**ANY & ALL "NEWBIES" ARE WELCOME TO SHARE!!**
**This past week went much better...My energy and appetite started to come back. I continued to stay on track with being mindful of my meals, and got back into more Activity this week. I went back to teaching my classes this past week, but I could still feel that I didn't have my "Fullest" energy to instruct as usual. But I did explain this to my participants that I was recouperating each day and to "bare" with me. Any high energy level parts I would call one of my "Die-Hards" up to the front to lead the way for those who wanted to Higher impact, while I kept it "lower" impact on those specific parts with the others, and it all went well!.. By the weeks end, I was starting to feel even more myself again.
**I had a "Few" minor last-minute gifts to get, and a stocking-stuffer or two... so I got All of that done Friday. My husband went out of town for the weekend to see his family, and I stayed behind to get things done around the house until he got back. So I was able to Get ALL of my "Gift-wrapping" completed!!... Believe it or not it took me SIX HOURS!!!??!! 
...I started at 6pm, and finished about 20 minutes before mid-night~ I don't ever remember taking that long to wrap gifts. It really didnt seem like I got that much??!.. So that was confusing why it took so long. But with my OCD I like Everything to be and look PERFECT! lol....
**For Christmas we plan to go to my Moms house... As we normally do. She is a Fabulous cook and I couldn't see it any other way. We usually do "Christmas EVE" At "My" house, but that will all depend on if my Son has to work or not. He's usually off on Mondays, so I'm praying that he will be off this day as well so that we can get together. I'm not much of a "Host" , but... I do like doing Christmas Eve traditions with my family at my house. I make alot of appetizers, and fingerfoods, and we do games etc.. then do it all again the next day at my moms LOLOL....
**Today is my Rest/FREE day, I have a "few" minor things to catch up on around the house, some light cleaning, but otherwise, will wait for my husband to get home and have a Movie Night~ And hopefully go see some more Christmas lights this weekend. We got a few in last weekend, but I want to go one more time to some other places we like.~
ENJOY THE WEEKEND EVERYONE~ & MERRY CHRISTMAS~
Busy week getting ready for Christmas. Trying to keep food intake at moderate levels. Still too many opportunities to break the healthy diet. Did not help with large box of homemade cookies as a gift. Normally do not crave homemade cookies, but when available hard not to eat them. Not doing bad, but could be better. I guess its good just to realize this, and try to stay on track. Exercise has been on a positive note. Overall I have kept weight in check over this time of year which is not always easy. At least going into 2019 seems to give a boost to stay on track. Christmas dinner will be local with family members living nearby. Travel any distance would be very stressful this time of year. This blog has really helped with the check in to keep on track. Everything with moderation to stay on track. Enjoy your weekend and Christmas.
@sail46
Hey Sail!
Its great that you are doing your best to continue to stay on track... Sounds like you are really doing your best to show some "self-control" but allow yourself some moderation which is certainly key. I know it can be really challenging this time of year. Its great that you are continuing to do well "over-all" and keeping things in-check!
Good for you for continuing to keep up with your activity... this time of year tends to be really challenging for alot of people to do. People tend to find excuses "not" to workout or keep on track (too busy, Holiday things, too cold out, can't afford the gym right now etc...)....But just simply finding a Youtube video, or putting on a short work-out DVD for days you can't get outside due to weather. So it s great for you that you continue to keep on track and find the balance in BOTH your activity and eating plan.
I completely agree that going into 2019 (I too) will be so much better prepared, and SOO much more on track with things than I was last year!..... I'm so glad that you are continuing to find this Check-in Blog beneficial to you!.. I know reading over your weekly posts continues to motivate me to continue to do well too!...Thanks so much for checking in this week and keeping us up to date on how things are going for you! Happy Holidays~
@PoliteOcean
**How has everything been going for you over the past week?! Pretty okay :)
**We are only a few days away from CHRISTMAS!..How many of you celebrate and what are your Christmas plans?! I am not sure what my plans are yet!
**What are some of your "Favorite" Christmas Holiday "Traditions"?! Watching at least one Christmas movie
**What are your plans to stay "On track" during the Holiday? Do you have any "Healthier" choices, dishes, or food swaps you wish to tell us about? I try to go easy on the sweets
**We are about to enter the LAST FULL WEEK of 2018! What's ONE thing you would like to accomplish in the next week ahead?! Trying to get my butt to the gym
**What have been your "highlights" this past week? What are your weekend plans? Nothing really. I have work today and off till Thursday after that
@Mellietronx
Hey there Mellie!
Sounds like overall things are continuing to remain stable and go well for you!...
Getting in at least "ONE" Christmas moving is a Must!.. lol... I hope that you get a chance to do so. What is one of your Favorites to watch?!
I hope that you are able to get to the gym as you wish, and since you are fortunate enough to be off through next Thursday, sounds like you might have at least one opportunity or more to be able to do so?!...Maybe make a plan for yourself, schedule in a small time for yourself, like an appointment?!..
Thanks so much for checking in this week and for letting us know how things are continuing to go for you!
**How has everything been going for you over the past week?! really good, it's been an awesome week.
**We are only a few days away from CHRISTMAS!..How many of you celebrate and what are your Christmas plans?! Christmas eve soup
**What are some of your "Favorite" Christmas Holiday "Traditions"?! I'm solviak and I was taught how to a special soup that very traditional and it's not Christmas without it
**What are your plans to stay "On track" during the Holiday? Do you have any "Healthier" choices, dishes, or food swaps you wish to tell us about? I make a lot of to-do lists. I don't usually stay holiday during the holiday.
**If you don't celebrate Christmas, What do you do during this time? What is your tradition or holiday this time of year? Lots music and movies
**We are about to enter the LAST FULL WEEK of 2018! What's ONE thing you would like to accomplish in the next week ahead?! Get caught up on my chores
**What have been your "highlights" this past week? What are your weekend plans? Working on stuff for chrstmas
**What things would YOU like to talk about or share with us?! WE want to hear from YOU!! I'm just in a better mood and keeping it as long as i can.
@Rebekahwriter13
Hey there Rebekah!...
Its great that the past week has gone so well for you!.. Thats awesome!
I remember you telling me a few posts ago about your special holiday tradition soup. Hope that you enjoy!
I love LOTS of movies and music this time of year as well... What are some of your favorites that you like to watch or listen to?!!
Oh I TOTALLY hear you on getting caught up on chores over the last week of the year... I would LOVE to accomplish all of that myself and go into the new year with a clean slate! Hopefull we can both make that happen! lol
Its great to be a good mood.. I hear ya' on making it last. This time of year usually does it for me~
Enjoy the Holiday weekend~ And thanks for checking in and letting us know how things are going for you!
@PoliteOcean Hey Ocean!! Okay now lets answer all deez questionzz!
** How has everything been going for you over the past week?
The past week i've been feeling really down and I wake up everyday with morning sadness, from vivid dreams and I spend the rest of the day distracting myself, doing fun things and trying to cope. This morning I woke up almost about to cry and I immediately played some high energy music to get out of that feeling. By the end of the day im much better but this has been going on for quite sometime now.. I've been endlessly watching TED talks and self help videos, anything that gives me hope and motivation. Im trying hard to keep my head up above the water! Also lately I don't care for the people who don't wanna help themselves and some people that really bring my energy down. I am totally ignoring them which is not my usual character, but I don't know if thats a good or a bad thing hehe
** What are your Christmas plans?
I want to donate to an animal shelter and then visit an orphanage. After that I may do something totally outside my comfort zone like going bungee jumping or something like that because my friends desperately want me to lose my fear of heights.. RIP Ben lol. It was nice knowing you Ocean!)
**What are some of your favorite Christmas Traditions?
Going Christmas Caroling! and raising money for the underprivileged/donating. Its heartbreaking to know that while we are celebrating at home there's people out there hoping to have a loaf of bread to eat or stay warm in the cold. Where I come from there's a lot of such people around. It's always a great feeling to give and seeing them happy is a good feeling like I cannot describe in words.
** Plans to stay on track, healthy food swaps?
I'm working on those! I got myself some fitness equipments and working out what would be best for me in terms or diet and exercise. My plan is to substitute white sugar for nectar or Stevia, cut out white rice and eat brown rice instead! cut out the junk food and include a lot more green leafy veggies in my diet!
** What would you like to accomplish in the week ahead?
I'd like to read a book, I have a week!
** My highlights this past week? weekend plans?
Watching a movie with a few of my close friends! they've been super helpful, sweet and supportive during this time of my life and so I bought them some Christmas gifts as a thank you. Apart from that yea, I had a ton of chocolates this past week haha
** What things would you like to talk about or share with us?
I just love this Community so much and Ocean you've been the best leader that I could've ever asked for. Im so proud to be a part of HL. You guys have been like a family to me. Thanks so much for everything you've done this past year, for being of so much support to the community! I hope you have an awesome Christmas and A Happy New Year!! I'll let you know if I come up with any new ideas and yea I hope next year you'll be seeing a new and improved Ben) keep me in your prayers Ocean!
@YoursTrulyBen
Well HELLO THERE BEN!.. So nice to see you check-in!
Its tough that you are feeling down lately and going through a challenging period... I think its great though that you have found ways to help yourself, and coping mechanisms that seem to work for you!.. I went through similar things as well, and I found that the same things also helped me too. Finding motivation inspirations, videos and journaling all seemed to help. But you're right, if people can't take the step to help themselves its tough to be around that, Or even "want" to be around it. It does tend to bring one down, and possibly drain your "own" energy as well. For some that can be toxic to be around. So its good for you that recognize that is something that you dont' want to deal with or be apart of for your own overall wellbeing, and theres nothing wrong with feeling that way!
I think taking the steps to donate to animal shelters or visit orphanages would be an absolutel AWESOME idea!.. Especially this time of year. (Not sure where you are) but its the holiday season here, and this is the time of year that BOTH places need the most time, love and help!... I do hope that this is something you can get to do, as well, its something that is really good for the "Soul"! And can make you feel even more greater about yourself!
Now.. about the Bungee jumping?!>. YIKES! Lol.... Either way, be sure its something that "YOU" want to do, and not just because someone else is wanting you to do it. But I have heard of people saying how "freeing" it can be and feel for them. I had a friend who just did pretty recently. One of the last people that I thought would do it, but she did....and seemed to really love it. As well, shes a mother of 5 and a GRANDMOTHER of five!..So there you go! lolol.... If you do it, you will certainly have to check back and let us know how it all went for you!!!
I LOVEEEEEE Christmas Caroling!.. Oh I haven't done something like that since I was a child which was practically a lifetime ago!... Sooo much fun!... And raising money for the less fortunate is a very lovely tradition!.. I have heard many say that they do this each year. I think its great.
Sounds like you have some great plans to make some healthier decisions and food choices/swaps for yourself! What type of fitness equipment did you get for yourself!?!... Would love to know more!
I hope that you get a chance to read your book!.. What book would you like to accomplish reading in the next week?! Anything special?
Awww.... Ben!.. You have made my day!.. Thank you so much for the kind words! You have been with me since the HL team practically started almost 3 years ago!!.... Even through the breaks, you've always remained a staple and apart of this community and I for one am so glad to have you continue to be apart of it all!... Thank you so much for continuing to support this community, and be apart of this team! They need you and we need you here and all that you have to offer! I hope that you have an AWESOME and AMAZING holiday yourself wherever you are in the world, and I wish you the very best at accomplishing all that you set out to do for yourself! Prayers your way Ben! Take care of yourself!.. And thank you so much for checking in this week and letting us know how things have been going for you!.. Please continue to check back, and tell us how you've doing!
@PoliteOcean. I'm happy to announce I got a reversal of my schizo diagnosis. I never told anyone because I knew it was fraudulent to begin with. It's been a huge ball and chain around my neck for the past 8 months. If I didn't get a reversal, it would change my life in one of two ways. The first possibility is that I would be institutionalized because I also am physically disabled, and I would be judged as not being able to take care of myself. Second possibility is that I would be put into a guardianship, and lose control of my money and where I can live. I had a super hard time finding a psychiatrist because of the insurance rules.
@Regmo
That is Great news for you Regmo!... Awesome.. What a great time of year for you to get that info. (Merry Christmas to you right?!)...
I'm so sorry that you have to deal with so much. I'm sure its not easy by any means. I'm glad for you that this is 'one' thing that you can move forward from and feel better about, and not have to carry with you anymore!... Thanks for letting us know how things have been going and giving us an up date.
Thank you so much for checking in this week and letting us know how you've been doing. Hope that you enjoy your holiday!
@PoliteOcean
I guess Im late to this post... it has been a rough week for me. I finished finals last week, so this has been my first week back home with my family. Ive spent a lot of time with my aunt and uncle and cousins for Christmas Eve and Christmas, and its been really wearing me out because my uncle is sick and will likely be dying soon, and being around him makes me really sad (understandably). And the whole family is sad, too. Then yesterday my mom went to the emergency room because she suddenly lost all her hearing in one of her ears. They gave her some medication that could help her get some of the hearing back, but both my aunts and my grandmother (my moms sisters and mother) had very bad reactions to this medicine. Theres no alternative to this medicine. So as expected, my mom started having bad reactions to the medicine today. Shes tried to call the doctor and stuff but its hard to get in touch with people because its the weekend.
Ugh, anyway, Ive been stressed nonstop and feel like I havent gotten a break. I was also sick all of yesterday. Im not sure whats going on there. Ive been feeling better today. We also have chickens, and two of them have been killed (by a racoon and a hawk, we think). And today my mom and I got in an argument, and it brought back a lot of bad memories. Her going to the hospital also brought back bad memories.
I find it a lot harder to take care of myself when Im at home because I cant escape the house easily. At school I can walk wherever, but here I need to drive anywhere I want to go, and I dont have a car. It was rainy today so I couldnt even go for a walk. And when Im in my room, the walls are thin, and my mom is usually around, so I worry about her overhearing me if I need to call my therapist or a friend when Im at my breaking point. I feel very trapped.
Ughhhh I know this was a lot of complaining and venting. I feel like I needed to get it out. Its just too much!!!
Hope everyone had a merry Christmas if you celebrated Christmas!