WEEKLY HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN SEPTEMBER 9TH, 2023
WEEKLY HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN SEPTEMBER 9TH, 2023
HEY EVERYONE~
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🌞 Hey everyone~ How are you today?
🌻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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🌞 The past week was rather a whirlwind.....Last weekend I got back on track with things after coming home from my vacation. I took some steps towards things I've been putting off to continue working towards & forwards in my goals...... I also did some Household Deep-cleaning that I like to do quarterly with the change of seasons. Which also helps with my overall wellbeing to have things in order for myself. As well starting off the season on the right foot.... We also celebrated the Long holiday weekend by going to the Lake to relax for a bit, enjoy the water and the weather, & grilled some picnic foods, did some light shopping, and watched a few good movies.
🌻 The weather here has continued to go back and forth a little with periods of Hot and Mild. The "Milder" days have been really nice and have put me in a 'Fall Vibe' even though I am truly a "Summer Girl"~ But I found myself looking forwards to the Milder/Cooler days. And I've been enjoying getting outside earlier in the mornings with the Pup after my Group Fitness Classes to relax in one of our favorite spots & just enjoy the early morning breezes.... as well, bonding moments with my Pup. I find this has been a great addition to my Self-Care time and continues to set up the rest of my day .... I'm continuing to also work towards my goals of instructing again, and have been motivating others during classes. I'm also looking at working on some "New" formats to teach outside of the those I'm already licensed in.
🌾 There are no major plans for this weekend so far, but Fall Festivals are already on the horizon. So that may be a possibility. Or perhaps a small roadtrip/day trip. I'm trying to incorporate One weekend day for a workout while giving myself One weekend day for active recovery time. So continuing to work on a schedule for myself there as well.
@PoliteOcean
this is awesome!
🌞 Hey everyone~ How are you today? - Feeling very rested and optimistic this weekend 😌 Did a lot of hard work on and off of Cups through the week days so the weekend is all mine!
@SirenOfSerenity
Hey there Siren! So lovely to hear from you this week!
Thats great for you that you are feeling rested (and optimistic)!
Awesome job to you on completing alot of "hard work" on both 7cups as well Irl! And even better that your first full week of September was a "productive & promising" one for you! Keep up the great work there, as well as continuing to work towards the goals that you are working on and creating for yourself. I totally agree that "Rest" is definitely NOT a waste of time, and our bodies certainly will let us know that we "Need" it!... Great job at knowing your limits and working at sticking to them. Along with giving yourself the things that you need. Hopefully your weekend has been enjoyable for you so far~
I'm with you... "Camping" is certainly off the list for me too! ....Sounds like we'd get along great with one another with our "Food and Water" goals! lol
@SirenOfSerenity
love this!
@PoliteOcean
Hi, Ocean,
Hey everyone~ How are you today? Not well. I'm very depressed.
🌻What were your "Highlights Or Struggles" of the week?...... How were you able to work through your challenges?! I was not able to do anything except work full steam ahead.
🌾 What is something that "YOU" want to talk about, add or share with us this week?! ....WE want to hear from YOU!~
@purpleTree4652
Hey there Tree~
Oh no! We're sorry to hear that you aren't feeling the best and that you have been feeling depressed.
I know that being in school can certainly come with its set of challenges. And dealing with certain professors can cause even more stressors. And of course the challenges of trying to get personal things done in between it all. (I myself was in Nursing school while trying to raise a very young child at the time).... I remember those school days and just prayed to make it through it all. But I know that you have so many goals for yourself, and as stressful as it may all seem right now, I know that you can do this! Just breathe, pray on it, regroup, and continue to keep moving forwards step by step. You've got this! And we are here to support you!
Just remember to also try to carve out a small portion of time for yourself. Don't neglect any self-care time. Even if its just a 10 minute breath of fresh air, a hot bath, (in your case "Kitty snuggles" like I do with my pup), or anything that you find enjoyable to help you regroup your mind and thoughts. Keep your eye on your prize, it will continue to come together!
Again we are here for you. Thank you for checking in and continuing to share with us and keep us up to date on things. Please continue to let us know how things are going for you.
@PoliteOcean
Thank you so much for your support, Ocean. I do try to focus on my breathing when I'm so stressed that I can't sleep. I do pray on it and that helps me. Yes, and I sure regroup when I need to and have the time to. I also tell myself one day at a time, and other sayings to give myself courage and strength. Some days are worse than others. Today was bad. I woke up and felt like I am barely hanging on.
I do things like snuggle with Chloe. I've also ordered some new clothes, which I enjoy, and also need. Aside from that I have been just trying to give myself time to shake the cobwebs out of my head.
I'm doing my very best to do well in class and do well at my job. I've unfortunately stopped the work outs, and meditation. My boss had me close thursday night/friday morning and then be back at work 8 hours later. It really put me in a fog. But Friday she told me that she will try to keep me on over-night shifts, which is what I prefer.
Thanks for listening, Ocean.
xo, tree
@purpleTree4652
It sounds like you are doing the best that you can do in the moment. And that really is “Good enough”. You are doing what you need to do for “yourself”. Even if it means doing nothing at all. That’s okay too!
Try not to be too hard on yourself or stress over not getting in workouts or activity. Perhaps just continue to focus on your breathing or add some light “stretching” ?! That is activity too! And you’re still doing moving & something good for yourself while relieving some internal stressors.
The most important thing is continuing to take care of yourself in some small way. Whatever that is or means to you. I like that you bought yourself some new clothes. That is a personal favorite of mine as well to make me feel good.
And again we are here to support you!
@PoliteOcean
Thanks for your support, Ocean. You're the best! (big hug)
@purpleTree4652
I'm sorry to hear that you've been feeling very depressed... that must be very difficult.
Sending you lots of love and positivity during this time. I believe in you!
🌞 Hey everyone~ How are you today?
It's been a very challenging time in our family this past few weeks. I did not have good days last week, and this weekend I at least had the chance to work in nicer places. My husband and I went to a breakfast restaurant we like in our city and it made for a much nicer working environment. It's always nice to share good food together.
I am very accustomed to working from home, but one thing I'm doing to help accomplish this goal is letting myself go out and work at the beautiful cafes we have here. It's a more enjoyable environment to balance out the higher work load a little.
🌻What were your "Highlights Or Struggles" of the week?...... How were you able to work through your challenges?!
Unfortunately the big challenges this week haven't been worked through. I have a somewhat unexpected surgery coming up next week, and I wish I could go into it feeling differently about our family. I'm trying to remember that I can become stronger through adversity, or break.
@nordurnStar
Hey there Star~ We're sorry to hear that you've had some challenging times recently. Despite those stressors, I think its so great that you were able to change pace for yourself a bit!. As its awesome that you were able to work in a different environment, and share breakfast with your husband. And yes it is surely alot nicer to share food and moments like that together with those we care for. Good for you that you are working on doing these things for yourself on a more regular basis and setting some goals there for that. As it seems to be just what you needed to create some "balance" for yourself?! All things might not get worked through at once, but taking things step by step and day by day, can add up to tackling those bigger challenges! Keep up the great work!
We are sending our best wishes to you on your upcoming surgery! We hope that it all goes well for you. Please keep us updated on how you are doing and how things are coming along there with everything! Kuddos to you on staying strong! You've got this! And we are here to support you!
Thank you for checking in and sharing your week with us! Again, please let us know how things are continuing to go for you.
This week has been a whirlwind. School started, getting reorganized, setting up my schedule and getting into my new routine was an adjustment but a fun one! I’m working towards staying on track and ahead of my homework so I can manage self care better. With fall just around the corner and the trees starting to become bare I’m going to practice working on letting go of things I cannot control. Even though it was an adjustment week I’m looking forward to my new routine and education!
@AnimalLover1125
Animal! So great to see you here this week. :)
oh wow, sounds like you had quite the busy week?! But it’s so great that you found it to be a “fun adjustment” and that’s a great and positive attitude! Kuddos to you on accomplishing all your tasks. 👍🏼
I think it’s awesome that you are setting goals for yourself and working towards staying on track so that you can also allow yourself time to focus on taking care of “You”! It’s so important to incorporate that SelfCare time however we can. We need that! And I think it’s amazing that you are also working on practicing “letting go” of things you can’t control. That’s not always easy for some people to do. So that makes it even more amazing to me. Very admirable. Keep up the great work!
It looks like you are surely in an exciting time & place in your life. And it’s so great for you that you are looking forwards to your education & new routines! Best of luck to you and your journey!
We are here to support you. Thank You for checking in this week and sharing your week with us. Please keep us up to date and let us know how you are doing. And how things are continuing to go for you.
Hi! I had to see if I could find this on the (m) side, hoping to find it after seeing it highlighted on the (L)side of 7cups. And here you are! ..................... I wanted to say that I really like your Sunflower picture here and quote. This picture, sunflower bright yellow and sky very blue with few clouds, reminds me or signifies for me August and "end of summer" haha. It is a comforting type reminder for me personally, so :) good! .................... The words on the image say, "The only person you should try to be better than is the person you were yesterday." Do you know: is this a quote from a certain someone? or is it like a motivational quote and we don't really know who penned it?
I like the spirit of, the idea behind, this sentence a lot. I would perhaps change the wording a little bit. For me, it might be read as...
Were you the best version of you today? No one else can be you. That's your job!
Be the very best YOU that you can be (and personally for Platy, "and don't let anyone talk you out of it!") You are greatest when you are most fully YOU!
:)
Questions hmm... I love fall! and generally I love school too, so the start of September is usually a good time for me. This week I had a doctor's appointment on Wednesday that I really did not want to attend. I did go, I arrived at like 2mins after start time (so that's 'on time' for that office). The actual appointment went alright.
I have another appointment this week (Monday) with my family doctor. I'm thankful for that as my appointments with her are less 'stress-me-out-before-I-get-there!' and I usually feel more comfortable in just talking through things with her. Speaking of that though, the appt is now in less than 11 hours! So I better get to bed!
Please wish for me sleepiness and feeling safe - it is a lot easier to sleep in that sort of mindset/feelings. All prayers appreciated! 1- Dr. appointment in some hours, 2- restful sleep, 3- working on getting into an earlier "going to bed" preparation time and actually in bed earlier.
Thanks @all Healthy Living peoples! <3 Platy
@PoliteOcean @purpletree and Chloe! @yourcaringconfidant @anomalia @KristenHR @meaningfulSilence @InternalAcceptance and many more
@cyanPlatypus6370
Hi, Platy! I wish you deep and sound sleep, and lots of it. And good luck at your doctor's appointment, too. May it go by quickly and uneventfully.
xo, tree
@cyanPlatypus6370
Well Hey there Platy! So lovely to see you drop by this week :)
I’m so glad that you like the photo! I love sunflowers. And yes I agree that’s exactly why I chose it for September! As I feel it’s a great flower that transitions us from Summer to Fall~ Also I believe the quote is from an “Author Unknown”. So guess we will never really know. :/
But it’s great that you have put your “own spin” on it as well :) Sounds like you really thought a lot about it!
I know I really dislike when offices tell you to be there at a “specific” time only to make you wait forever. I typically show up at the time the appointment is supposed to start to lol. ….. But hopefully your appoint this week goes well for you! Good luck! 👍🏼 And we send lots of positive vibes your way.
We really appreciate you stopping by to check in and for sharing your week with us! Please check back to let us know how you are doing and how things went for you. And also how you are continuing to do!
@PoliteOcean @purpletree4652 @yourcaringconfidant @anomalia @KristenHR @InternalAcceptance and many more
'Ello, mates! One more doctor appt is finished, done! I got checked out and even some blood work. I've been pronounced OK. Heart, Lungs, Digestion, Ears, Throat, plus lab work! wow.
I'm kind of nervous for the weekend now, but I might get to have some time with my Mom and her dog tomorrow. Dog needs training practice. So we'll see. It would be nice to have at least something scheduled to do and focus on that for awhile. My brain is liking to be very concerned and worry about many things. Even now, at 1:33am, I'm rather wide awake - though my body is exhausted! Prayers for much needed restful sleep and brain restoration while sleeping would definitely be appreciated. Thank you, friends! <3 Platy
[haha, I almost signed that with my first name! <3 You've got the true (me) here. ]
@cyanPlatypus6370
God bless you, Platy! You are loved! I hope you have a great weekend.
xo, tree
@cyanPlatypus6370
Hey Platy that’s great for you that all your results were pronounced as being Well! I says cheers to good health.
Health is wealth! And that’s a positive thing and something to be grateful and happy for. :)
@PoliteOcean But it is so hard
@Dinasamy100
Hi there~
So sorry that things are hard for you. However We are here to support you if you care to elaborate on what you having a hard time with as it’s difficult to tell by your post.
Take care and we hope your week is better for you.
?ￂ Hey
everyone~ How
are you today? I
have been hanging in there in spite of my frustrating living
situation. My family has been stuck in the same place for that last
six years.
?ￂ How did the "First" full week of September go for you? It went chaotic and even Friday I was so exhausted, I didn't get out of bed. My mom had gotten a local job, but we have some issues that went wrong, computer and security glitches and she git sent home. She didn't go back which was good as coworker were stealing merchandise and I would be worried that they would blame her. This week is is even busier. (Or it is more busy?)
What new things or goals have you worked on so far or implemented for yourself? I have a story I am working on that is therapeutic, and I need to finish it to release some PTSD issues of my past. It's been a a long process.
If you are working on "goals", what are some things that you can do, OR Are you doing already, to help you accomplish them? I am working on a Daily Tarot notebook, and working on a therapeutic story. I am also trying to clean, declutter, and update my health specialists.
? How did you spend the Long Holiday weekend? I rested, cleaned, wrote and cooked.
What are your plans for the weekend ahead? I have to reorganizing, cleaning, cleaning carpet, two doctor appointments, and cleaning laundry and errands.
What is something fun that you could do for yourself? I color pictures with color pencils. I mediate and pray as I color and each color has different meanings.
? JUST FOR FUN:
With Summer winding down, "ONE" has got to go... Which one would it be for you?!... (BOATING;... CAMPING;.... BBQ-ing;... or SWIMMING)? If I had my guy with me, I would go camping and make s'mores. I also love to BBQ.
?What were your "Highlights Or Struggles" of the week? I have been trying to clean, and I really do not like bugs. I also have been trying to get myself out to walk, but I have social anxiety. It gets frustrating, but in the back of my mind I am afraid of getting into trouble and yet do anything.
How were you able to work through your challenges? I haven't pushed through yet. I did get some cleaning in.
?ￂ What is something that "YOU" want to talk about, add or share with us this week?! ....WE want to hear from YOU? I am asking for prayers and positive vibes to help me work through my fears and social anxiety. I am starting to physically feel better, but mentally and emotionally I feel all over the place. I will vent more about it on another page.
@Rebekahwriter13
Hey there Rebekah~ Its nice to hear from you this week.
I think its great that you are continuing to hang in there despite of the frustrations that you are dealing with. And living situation.
Sometimes when we are feeling that way, we can tend to shut out things or others and just take time for ourselves. In your case not (getting out of bed). And thats Okay to focus on yourself the way that you need to.
Thats too bad about your moms job. Hopefully she will be able to find something thats better suited for her, and where she also won't have to deal with extra drama.
How nice that you are continuing to work on your stories and that its helping you personally in your overall wellbeing.....and its also great that you are doing other things that can as well help with your wellbeing and mental health (by cleaning, de-cluttering, coloring, meditating, and staying in prayer time etc...). I know that for me personally, those things also help in aiding me to feeling better mentally and emotionally..... Keep up the great work that you are doing there for yourself.
Making S'mores and BBQ are definitely a great time~
Thats really good that you are trying to get yourself out to walk..... I understand that it can be difficult if you suffer from social anxiety. Is there a way that you can just stick around your home? Maybe just walk around the block? It doesn't have to be far. And even just adding (10 minutes) a day could help!
I think its so awesome for you that you are starting to feel better physically! Thats a great breakthrough for you!... As I know you were dealing with some difficult challenges there for awhile. Working on our mental and emotional wellbeing can take time. Perhaps continuing to do the things that make you "feel good", and incorporating those 'walks', as well as sticking to the people that are positive in your life..... Even if you don't think so, Just by reading your post, It seems that you are certainly doing much better than before?! And EVERY little step towards progress is a great one! Remember that we are here to support you and your efforts! And we are sending you Lots of positive vibes your way for continued success on your goals!
Please continue to check back and let us know how you are doing or progressing! No matter how small you think it may be . We want to hear from you. Thank you for checking in this week and for sharing with us!
🌞 Hey everyone~ How are you today? Getting by!
🌻What were your "Highlights Or Struggles" of the week?...... How were you able to work through your challenges?! Struggles were definitely rejection. I've been dealing with A LOT of rejection, and I have to ensure that I could always bounce back after that
🌾 What is something that "YOU" want to talk about, add or share with us this week?! ....WE want to hear from YOU!~ One Piece is fun! I've been watching it on One Pace and it's basically the original anime minus the fillers so I could watch it faster! I recommend it for those interested!
@minstaccato
Hello there~
Thats great that you are getting by, and that you have taken steps to apply for jobs! And that despite no callbacks just yet, its great that you are enjoying the process of it all. I'm sure that you will hear something soon. Sometimes these things just take a little time. But great job to you on turning it into "motivation" for yourself, and working towards any improvements that are needed AND working on that "Work-Life" balance!... Keep up the great work that you are doing there!
We are sorry to hear that you have dealt with rejection, that can certainly be difficult. But its amazing that you are continuing to ensure that you are always able to bounce back from it. That is true resilience!
You are really doing a great job for yourself. And we wish you the best of luck on those Job applications! Sending lots of positive vibes your way! Thank you for checking in this week and sharing with us. Please continue to check back and let us know how things are continuing to go for you!
@PoliteOcean
I say something similar: No one can be a Better You than Yourself