WEEKLY HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN OCTOBER 21ST, 2023
WEEKLY HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN OCTOBER 21st, 2023
HEY EVERYONE~
**WELCOME To Our End of the week "WEEKLY" HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN~ 🍁🌛🎃👻
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🍁Hey Everyone~ How have you been doing this week?
🌛 Reflecting on the past week, Name ONE thing that you felt you did WELL..... Now, Name ONE thing that you did that was HEALTHY!... How can you incorporate more of those two things into your day or week?!
🍁What were your "Highlights Or Struggles” of the week?......How were you able to work through your challenges?!
🌛What is something that "YOU" want to talk about, add or share with us this week?!…. WE want to hear from YOU!~
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🍁 This past week went well, and was rather quiet.... I spent last weekend getting out and about doing things I enjoy such as enjoying the Fall weather, doing a little bit of shopping, Binge-watching Horror movies, and putting up a few Halloween decorations. Sleep, workouts/activity, hydration and self-care were on point.
🎃 The weather here is still milder, with cooler evenings. I was able to get out and about more this past week since we didn't have any rain. However, for some reason, I found myself feeling more tired (possibly a little "lethargic") as the day progressed each day. I don't know if it's from the change of seasons and the days getting shorter (which I'm not looking forwards too)? But, I can feel the change in my body. So I've been focusing on incorporating "naps" if needed and increasing my Vitamins again. And getting out in the sunshine with the Pup.
🌛 This weekend will be a beautiful one and will be slightly warmer. I will be getting out and about to enjoy it all and the sunshine. And today we'll be attending a local Fall Festival that I'm looking forwards to. I will also continue my annual "Binge-watching Halloween HORROR-Fest" later in the evening!
@PoliteOcean How has your movie festival gone! Any highlights?
@nordurnStar
Its been going great Star!... I like to watch alot of Older classics that I grew up with. They seem to be alot better than these newer ones that are out, or the "Remakes".
I like to be "spooked" in some way when I'm watching my Horror movies, the older ones always get me in some way. But the Newer ones or Remakes, have yet to do so.
@PoliteOcean yaaay! A very successfull week ❤ what is a fall festival? And yeah! The weather and change in the length of the days, definetly makes you feel tireder and low on energy
@Tinywhisper11
Hey there Tiny!
Aww..thank you for continuing to be so very supportive of everyone here in the Healthy Living Subcom! <3
A Fall festival is a Festival that has many 'Fall' influence or inspiration. Such as Hayrides, Fall crafts, S'mores, Bonfires, Lots of different activity booths, Rides etc...etc.. Many things to do for everyone.
We also have many Winter & Holiday festivals, Spring & Summer festivals here as well.
@PoliteOcean wow! That sounds soooo much fun ❤❤❤ did you go on a hayride??? Your never to old
Last week well - in spite of constant stress due to my mental and physical limitations (I've had 2 surgeries to remove a tumor in my spinal cord, Left me with issues see with my hands, feet and balance) we celebrated our 39th anniversary.
Last week healthy - joined 7 cups and went through listener training, Did my first few listening sessions. I think one was very effective and the member promised to stay in touch.
This week is exciting. Monday is regular OT for my hands. Tuesday I meet with a new doctor to work with me on cognitive issues - I have a condition called Bradyphrenia - slow cognitive processes I hope she helps. Thursday, we drive out to see our son and his family, babysitting for a while. What a week!
Sorry for the length of this post.
@dadalo I'm sorry about the surgeries, I really hope it helps in the long run ❤tw) I have a broken spine that's not completely fixable it's left me half paralysed. So I know how much pain your constantly in😥 it really sucks! But 39 years with your partner wow! That's amazing, there's true love right there. I bet it was nice to visit your son, and babysit the grandkids. But after two surgeries that week, I would imagine you could of done without the babysitting😂 your a very loving strong person ❤❤ huggs you
Thank you so much for the kind words. I wish the surgeries helped - r they helped with balance, but Left me with other problems. I have found that TENS/NMES therapy really helps with pain. Maybe someday I can't get off some drugs and drugs and drive again.
You are an inspiration to us all.
@dadalo aww I'm sorry the surgeries haven't helped much😞my heart goes out to you ❤ but you know I think considering all the pain and bad health, your doing soooo well, to keep going. You are one of a kind ❤ I'll keep you in my prayers. Gives you a gentle hug ❤❤
@Tinywhisper11 If you don't believe in Jesus, God doesn't hear your prayers.
You are never given more than you can handle, I believe.
I had my first appointment with the cognitive remediation doctor yesterday. Very simple start, baby steps, but maybe this will help in the long run.
Quite a community we are! ❤️
@nordurnStar gassy Xmas shoping😁😁😁 also well done for pushing yourself to exercise and that's great news, you can be with your parents for xmas ❤ yaaay! Hugs you ❤
@Tinywhisper11 yaaaay!* Xmas shopping . Not gassy😂😂😂 I can spell😁
@nordurnStar
Hey there Star~
Thats great for you that you had a good week inspite of it being a busy one. How wonderful that you will be taking the train to go see your parents for the Holidays. That definitely sounds like a good time to look forwards to! And I'm sure that you will enjoy it.
🍁 This past week was pretty hard. I struggle with depression and anxiety and my symptoms were pretty bad this week. Plus I had some traumatic flashbacks as well. I felt very hopeless overall and very sad too.
🌛 I don't really know what things I did well. The one thing I did that was healthy was reconnecting with an old friend. It felt nice to talk to her again. I should definitely text her more often but sometimes it's hard to do that with depression.
@23helicopters flashbacks are terrifying aren't they? And with anxiety and depression, you know any little accomplishment is a huge victory. Like reconnecting with your friend, that's amazing you were able to do that. I'll tell you another thing you achieved this week, is your posts you've been writting. That takes great courage, to express yourself and seek support. So I for one am very proud of you ❤❤gives you a giant tiny hug
I forgot completely about my answer😂
To be honest it didn't work out with my friend. The connection was very broken already the first chat was nice but then it went downhill. We argued about religion(a sore topic to me) and she was really pushy about it. I guess she didn't change at all . I wanna stop talking to her and see maybe with time she will change but it is annoying that she is not accepting my personal choices.
Awww thank you so much❤️❤️❤️ You're such a sweet person!! It makes me feel better when I see your reply.
Sending you big huggggs❤️
@23helicopters awwww sorry about your friend. But yeah dont bother with toxic people, you don't need that ❤ dw you got me 😁 I'm your friend ❤ gives you a giant tiny hug ❤
@PoliteOcean
Hi, Ocean,
🍁Hey Everyone~ How have you been doing this week? I don't know. I feel really blanked and numbed. The director decided it's time to rotate me and the other grad student to each others libraries. Eh, whatever. She gave me my schedule from next week through the end of November. It's screwed up because the school closes down on various days so they had to give me long days to ensure that I get my hours. I'm going to be working in the library I am leaving to train my counterpart. And I'm going to be working in a new library. Plus I've got 2 papers, 1 database assignment, 2 finals, and 1 presentation all in the next month. (deep breath)
🌛 Reflecting on the past week, Name ONE thing that you felt you did WELL..... Now, Name ONE thing that you did that was HEALTHY!... How can you incorporate more of those two things into your day or week?! I made it through the week. I got to work every day. I kept myself up and on my feet and going. What did I do that was healthy? I didn't drink alcohol, even though I wanted to. I'm going to just keep picking myself up and keep moving forward and keep restricting my alcohol intake.
🍁What were your "Highlights Or Struggles” of the week?......How were you able to work through your challenges?! I've learned not to take anything one of the problem students says, seriously. All sorts of things come out of her mouth. I just say, "really?" "wow" "huh" and I don't really pay attention. I just keep on doing what I'm doing. I've also learned not to talk to her unless I have something to say to her about work.
@purpleTree4652 wow! That's a very busy week, with so much to do😮 congratulations on doing it all. And shopping and well everything ❤ you should be very proud of yourself ❤ and sleeping all day yesterday, I can't blame you after your week. I think your doing amazingly well, gives you a giant tiny hug ❤
@purpleTree4652
Hey there Tree~
We're sorry to hear that you haven't been feeling your best over the past week. It certainly sounds like you have gotten alot thrown your way between the director and your schedule. And it sounds like it will keep you quite busy? ...Hopefully things will go well for you working in the New library and that you will have the time you need to get all of your papers & assignments done.
I like how your reflection of the past week focuses on all the things that were (and went positive for you) Making it through the week, getting to work daily, kept yourself going, you didn't drink, and you kept picking yourself up when you needed it while moving forwards!..... These are ALL certainly Great feats! Congratulations on doing so well for yourself. Please continue to keep up the great work that you have done!
Ha... I have to chuckle because it sounds like we both did lots of the same things over the weekend (the scary movies, putting clothes away btw, mine was ALOT too! lol...) How nice that you got such great service getting your clothes laundered, as well as getting in what seems like a really good Nap?! Sounds like you needed it!
@PoliteOcean
🍁Hey Everyone~ How have you been doing this week?
i joined A group that is for recovery and i have hardly been wanting to go and i have been wanting more time with my boyfriend because he works night shift and i miss him so i could be doing a lot better
🌛 Reflecting on the past week, Name ONE thing that you felt you did WELL..... Now, Name ONE thing that you did that was HEALTHY!... How can you incorporate more of those two things into your day or week?!
I haven't done anything i am proud of.....
🍁What were your "Highlights Or Struggles” of the week?......How were you able to work through your challenges?!
I GOT NOTHING
🌛What is something that "YOU" want to talk about, add or share with us this week?!…. WE want to hear from YOU!
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@charmingSky5972 well don't class it has a week you did nothing or wasted, cause even just relaxing, or having a bad week is not a waste. We all have them ❤ gives you a giant tiny hug ❤ I hope the next week goes a little bit better for you. Also yeah with your bf working nights, your gonna wanna spend time with him whenever you can, that's a normal good sign ❤
@PoliteOcean in the past week I've accomplished finishing making all my halloween decorations 😁 yaay! And today I started making Xmas decorations 😁 next week I want to buy a couple more birthday presents for myself. I might even write my self a birthday card🤔🤔
this week as been much easier, my pain level are back to normal pain level, so yaaay! I can get around easier, and do my morning gentle stretches and exercises with my carers.
merry pumpkin month ❤❤
@Tinywhisper11
Hey there Tiny!.... How awesome that you have accomplished all of your "Halloween fun" by finishing all of your decorations!! Yay!. Sounds like much fun. What kind did you make?
😲 Whoa! Christmas decorations!?! How great for you on getting an early start! I can't even think about any other holiday until Halloween is over lol. 😛
I think we are alike in that we buy birthday presents for ourselves! lol... I say why not!! I deserve it! You do too. What kind of presents did you buy for yourself?! When is your birthday? (You don't have to give the exact date if you dont wish)!
How great for you that your pain level has been better over the past week! Yay again! Its definitely not fun trying to manage pain and work through it (let alone trying to get around while you feel it). How awesome that you are able to manage your gentle stretches & exercises! Kuddos to you! Keep up the great work!
Thank you so much for checking in this week! Its always so lovely to hear from you and to see you so supportive of everyone here! We enjoy you. And please keep us up to date on how you are doing and feeling.
@PoliteOcean awww thankyou ❤ your so sweet with your kind words. For my birthday I bought another table top fountain. And two very expensive lamps. Yep😎 being a grown up for my birthday 😁 then for xmas I bought toys, a remote control helicopter and a scaletrix (electronic car racing track game) so far😁 my birthday is November the third I'll be 23 yaaaay! Here are some of the decorations I made for halloween 🎃 TW) scary images
@Tinywhisper11
Wow!!.....😲 Your creations are amazing!! What a great job! You are obviously very talented!! Did you take 'Art' in school? (It was personally one of my favorite subjects). Have you ever tried to sale your decorations? I bet you could online with your own store or something!
Keep up the amazing work that you do!! Here and IRL!! 💗 And thank you for sharing with us!!
@PoliteOcean awww thanks ❤ nah! I never had the chance to go to school. I've only be doing art the past couple of years. But I'm proud of my art 😁 tw) I have restricted movement, cause I'm half paralysed, and missing half of my fingers. So yeah I think I'm doing really well ❤❤
@PoliteOcean Here is how the past week went. My caretaker Chuck is a terrible driver but he has a good work ethic. I spent most of the week trying to find a way to play DVDs on my laptop. After much aggravation 😡 I finally decided to buy a DVD player with a screen. It cost me $72 but I'm trying to save my money to move out from Leslie's. Listening to the radio 10 hours a day wasn't working for me anymore. I've only watched two movies in the past 6 years prior to this week. Friday morning Stuart left a fece mess in the bathroom but fortunately Alan cleaned it up. Alan told me that Amanda has moved out of the back house. I'm extremely happy. She is still supposed to work here on the weekends but I haven't seen her. I went for 3 walks this week. I'm not happy with my book "100 Years of Solitude. " I just can't get into the characters or the plot. I bought this book called "Running On Empty. " It should arrive on Tuesday. I suffer from severe father rejection and severe father abandonment. My birthday is November 2nd.
@Regmo
Hi, Reg,
I have your birthday written down in my calendar. I plan to wish you a happy birthday on the day. But just in case I miss it and don't look at my calendar, Happy Early Birthday!
--tree
@purpleTree4652 Okay, thanks much. 😊
@Regmo
Hey there Regmo~ Despite you not liking Chuck's driving, its really great that he has a great work ethic and that he seems to be working out for you. How nice for you that you were able to buy yourself a Dvd player. Its too bad that you couldn't find one a little less expensive. I didn't realize that they still costs that much?! So it must be a really good one. Hopefully you have or can find some cheap movies to watch. Usually places like the Dollar Store or Dollar Tree have really cheap movies. Or even Walmart for only a few dollars. .... Thats good that you still have your mindset on saving your money so that you can eventually move out of Leslie's. Great job on being able to get 3 walks in over the past week. Sounds like Chuck once again has come through in a great way on being able to get you out so many times. Keep up the great work. Sounds like we both have birthdays that are very close together. We aren't that far apart from one another. I personally like having a birthday this time of year. What about you? Maybe Chuck can get you out and about that day to do something special. Thanks for checking in and sharing your week with us. Please continue to keep us up to date on how things are moving along for you.
One thing I did well this week, I took the first step, of stepping back to address some of my issue's ive shelved for quite some time....... I've actually documemted my struggles for someone to read (that's huge for me)
I've taken a few days off work, so I can enjoy some autumn walks with my family, make scary Halloween treats whilst watching cheesy 80,s movies, eating retro sweets, and showcasing my Michael Jackson thriller dance moves 😂 whi wants to join.....
If I could be a ghost for a day......I'd go and team up with Robin Williams and play pranks on live reality TV shows😂😂
I'm still working on my struggles, I don't have all the answers to my struggles, but I continue trying to resolve them🙃
@Arora35
Hi there Arora~... How awesome and amazing for you for taking steps for yourself to address some of the issues that have been there for awhile. Great job at being able to document your struggles to help free yourself of things that you may have felt held you down or impeded you in any way. Good for you! And keep up the great work that you are doing.
How lovely that you made and created some time for yourself by taking a few days off to enjoy this wonderful season, enjoy your family, make & eat treats, and watch things that you enjoy (And getting in BOTH those dance moves WHILE also getting in some activity for yourself!!) I'd say that all sounds like perfection! And it sounds like you really enjoyed! Thats what this season is all about!
I think its great that you are still working on any struggles that you may have. We don't have to have all the answers to do that. Just taking one day at a time and focusing on yourself and giving yourself what "You" need can bring you some clarity over things, matters and situations.
We are here to support your efforts in any way that we can. Thank you so much for checking in and simply sharing your week with us! Please come back and keep us updated on how you are doing and how things are going for you!
@PoliteOcean
My goodness, I really wasn't expecting any reply, thank you, I feel extremely humble and encouraged with your response, I'm very grateful, thank you for your kindness
@Arora35
You are so very welcome!
We love to read, support, & motivate ALL of your posts here in the Healthy Living sub community!
Again we are here for you. And look forwards to you sharing with us again and letting us know how you are doing! We do the Check-in here every week on Saturdays and you can feel free to share anytime!
@Arora35 you know the moves to the thriller song??? That's so cool ❤❤ and one step at a time, your doing really well by the sounds of things, keep pushing you will work out your struggles ❤❤ gives you a giant tiny hug ❤ and knock! Knock! Treats please😁😁😁
@Tinywhisper11
Yes, this was a massive hit in the 80's, everyone knew the dance🧌. Admittedly, 30 years on its a bit more exasperating 🙈 still good fun tho.
Thank you for your response, and your kind words, they are very much appreciated.
@PoliteOcean
I have been doing pretty well. Pretty bored and dissatisfied with some things but, that's the norm.
I supported family and friends. I stuck to a regular exercise routine. I can support family and friends more if given the chance.
I plan to do stuff with family and maybe a friend this weekend. I will also workout. I will do a fun activity with whomever I hang out with. All of this will be taking care of myself.
@amiableSalamander17
Hello there~ How great for you that you have been doing pretty well (despite feeling bored and dissatisfied with other things). But hopefully things will come together for you as well there in those areas!
How awesome of you to support your family and friends. While also being able to stick to a regular exercise routine! What types of workouts or activity do you enjoy?!
Being able to support your family and friends is very thoughtful of you. And I'm sure that they all appreciate your efforts. And how amazing that you are also taking care of yourself as well! Keep up the great work that you are doing. We are here to support you.
Despite your struggles of the week, We think its great that you are doing so well. And we appreciate you stopping by to share your week with us. Please continue to keep us up to date to let us know how things are going for you.
@amiableSalamander17 have fun with your family and friends ❤ and don't worry you will find your princess/prince, and live happily ever after ❤❤ don't wait for your true love to find you, go find him/her, cause the poor booger might be stuck in a tree or something 😂😂😂😂❤❤ gives you a giant tiny hug ❤❤❤