Weekly Healthy Living Check-In December 16th, 2023
WEEKLY HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN DECEMBER 16th, 2023
HEY EVERYONE~
**WELCOME To Our End of the week "WEEKLY" HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN~....🎄🎁🎅⭐️
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🎄Hey everyone~ How are you doing today?.... How has the past week gone for you?
🎁This is our "Third" Check-in for December and we are Officially 'Half-Way' through this Month!... (And not too far ahead until a whole New year)~......In Reflecting upon this Past year, WHO or WHAT has "Inspired Or Influenced" you the MOST in a positive way in 2023 ?!
🎅 As we are almost 2 weeks away from a brand New Year, What is ONE thing you are ready to move forwards from and leave behind in 2023 ?...
⭐️JUST FOR FUN: Would you Rather: Christmas Music.....OR.....Christmas Movies ?!
🎄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 has gone well (for the most part)... Last weekend we got out and about for some Holiday shopping, a small holiday Church festival and some more Christmas lights..... I continued to keep on track with all my goals and intentions for the week. Although by "Mid-week", I started to feel a little "under-the-weather". So I continued to focus on some Self-care, and continued to eat well, get in hydration, add in more sleep (and naps when needed), and get in those vitamins.
🎁 This week I did continue to keep up with all my classes (even though I wasn't sure how the end of the week would go with not feeling the greatest)....but for the first half of the week I did well. And Mid-week on Wednesday, I was able to try out that new Cardio/Weights class. I really enjoyed it (minus all the hard work involved 🤪), but will now incorporate that class and swap out one of my Aqua classes that day to change things up a bit....Wednesday afternoon I was still feeling alright, and the weather was mild enough to get out and about with my Pup for the first time in almost 2 weeks!....By Thurs and Fri how I felt went in "spurts". I would feel ok in the morning, but then not the greatest by afternoons. So I used the mornings as opportunity to get in movement with some light Aqua classes on those day and not over-do anything too much. It seemed to work. Then I spent the afternoons relaxing and recuperating.
🎅 This weekend ahead there are no major plans/events. I will be staying in..... and intentions are to spend some of the day gift-wrapping everything and getting all of that done and taken care of. Then relax, and continue to recuperate with some Holiday movies in the evening and cuddle with the pup~
@PoliteOcean your weekend sounds like a great plan ❤relax, enjoy the holidays and dress up your pup in a cute elf costume😁 you are so fit, you put my sloth like life to shame😂😂 have a awesome xmas ❤❤gives you a giant festive tiny hug from a safe germ free distance of course 😁❤🎅
@PoliteOcean
Hi, Ocean,
I'm sorry to hear you're not feeling well. I hope that whatever it is, it is mild and goes away quickly. :)
Hey everyone~ How are you doing today?.... How has the past week gone for you? Now I'm doing fine. This past week I have not been sleeping well at all. Today I wasn't working, and classes are over, so I was able to sleep as long as I wanted whenever I wanted. I have the strangest physical condition...if I don't get enough rest, my hips start to hurt. The less sleep I get, the more my hips hurt. It can become excrutiating so it is of the upmost importance that I get lots of sleep and rest. Today my hips were hurting. After I finally slept, I got up and my hips were all better. Thank God.
Besides that, I have had a little bit of trouble with a woman at work. But I think I can handle her.
🎁This is our "Third" Check-in for December and we are Officially 'Half-Way' through this Month!... (And not too far ahead until a whole New year)~......In Reflecting upon this Past year, WHO or WHAT has "Inspired Or Influenced" you the MOST in a positive way in 2023 ?!
So many people on 7cups have inspired me. You all have helped me so much. I thank you all. God bless you.
🎅 As we are almost 2 weeks away from a brand New Year, What is ONE thing you are ready to move forwards from and leave behind in 2023 ?... I'm so eIxcited to move forward in my education. And I'm always so excited for spring to start. I am also thankful to leave behind the state I used to live in at the beginning of the year. It had become an immensely toxic environment. So this year I am blessed beyond belief that my life has turned around. I thank God and I thank you all at 7cups.
⭐️JUST FOR FUN: Would you Rather: Christmas Music.....OR.....Christmas Movies ?! movies!
🎄What were your "Highlights Or Struggles" of the week?...... How were you able to work through your challenges?! I was stationed at a library where a woman works who was becoming passive aggressive. I handled her well. It's so complex so I won't repeat it all. But now I am going to be working at another library at the univ so I'll get a break from her.
🎁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~ Thank you so very much for the well-wishes. Feeling a little better today (at least I have a slight bit more energy so hopefully will be a little more productive today)! lol
Thats great for you that despite not sleeping well over the past week that in the moment you are doing fine. And that you are now also able to get in the sleep that you missed out on!...And oh my, (even as a nurse), I have never heard of anyone experiencing that (sleep/vs/hip pain). Although, you know, anything is possible when we aren't getting quality sleep. It can affect our bodies in so many various ways. Thats really great for you that you got the rest that you needed and that your hips are all better now!
I'm so glad to hear that you have found the inspiration and the help that you've needed by being here at Cups! And we are grateful for you as well. To just simply have you here. Sharing with us! Trusting us to reach out to. We couldn't have the community that we have here without you! So Bless you as well!
I know that you have been so excited to move on with your education and reach the "Finish Line"!... So are you moving "again" in 2024?! Or are you referring to your "last place of residence"? Either way, its always so great to leave toxic & negative situations, places, things behind and move on to more positive experiences. And it certainly is so wonderful for you that things in your life are turning around for you! Give God the Praise and Glory!
Sorry to hear that you also had trouble with someone again at work..... Its good that whatever the situation was, that you feel/felt that you had control of it. And even better that you will be able to get the break that you need from her. Hopefully she is not someone that you will have to deal with again. Good job to you for being able to handle the situation well!
And thank you for sharing your week with us! Glad to hear you are doing well. And please continue to keep us updated on how everything is going for you.
@PoliteOcean
Hi, Ocean,
Yes, I was talking about moving away from the last place I lived. It had become so toxic.
And, Yes, Give God the praise and glory! Amen!
@purpleTree4652 you know it is definitely strange how the body and mind works. My one carer of she sits to long her ribs start hurting and she says it's excruciating pain too. She's not overweight or anything it's just a strange body thing that happens. So dont worry your not the only one who gets that sort of pain. I'm so happy to hear that your in such a better place than at the start of the year ❤ toxic situations are so hard to get out off, so well done ❤merry Christmas to you and chloe ❤❤
🎄Hey everyone~ How are you doing today?.... How has the past week gone for you? I have been okay, doing a lot better now that I get to relax on my day off. The week has been honestly brutal there were a few bumpy moments..
🎁This is our "Third" Check-in for December and we are Officially 'Half-Way' through this Month!... (And not too far ahead until a whole New year)~......In Reflecting upon this Past year, WHO or WHAT has "Inspired Or Influenced" you the MOST in a positive way in 2023 ?! The people that have inspired me to change for the better was my daughter, my fiancee and his parents. They have been with me every step of the way and I could not be more grateful an blessed for them.
🎅 As we are almost 2 weeks away from a brand New Year, What is ONE thing you are ready to move forwards from and leave behind in 2023 ?... The one thing I left behind was praying that my daughter's bio would understand my emotions or feelings. I left it behind because what one man wont do, another one will. An ever since my fiancee and I have been together, he has more of a bond with my daughter than sera's bio ever tried to make or even had in the first place. I also left behind asking people more than once to treat me with dignity and respect, a slight bit of attitude with me and I'm minimizing contact. I should not have to tell a grown adult that has been given my boundaries how to act.
⭐️JUST FOR FUN: Would you Rather: Christmas Music.....OR.....Christmas Movies ?! Honestly, both is good with me
🎄What were your "Highlights Or Struggles" of the week?...... How were you able to work through your challenges?! My highlights are that I remained positive when I was told that I lost my eligibility for a certain insurance. Which was one of my struggles, but I was able to conquer that struggle and get us more insurance.
🎁What is something that "YOU" want to talk about, add or share with us this week?! ....WE want to hear from YOU!~ tw: work stress/self appreciation: I just wanted to add that I am proud of myself I have been working really hard at work. An it has been tough because they were micro-managing me for a while thinking that I wasn't doing my job constantly ridding my behind just because they have this "brilliant" idea of putting us on a fast pace calling system to a regular then expecting the numbers to be managed like that when it's now made 10x's more difficult. Of course, I was able to prove to my leads that I didn't need the help, because I passed both my scorecards that I needed to pass. All I have to do is keep pushing. Another thing to speak on this issue is that they keep under estimating me, but I will continue to work hard and do what I can.
@InsightfulPhoenix
Hey there Phoenix~ Thats good for you that you've been doing ok, and even better that you are getting to relax on your day off! And get the rest that you need from a brutal and bumpy week!
I think its amazing that your daughter has been your inspiration (as well as your fiancee and his family). Its so great to have wonderful and supportive people in your life. And I'd agree that you are truly blessed to have that.
I think its also great that you are leaving behind toxic energy, people and situations. We all have the natural right to be treated with dignity and respect. And as well, want the best for our children. Even if that also means them having someone else in their lives outside of the biological birth parent. Just because a person created someone, doesn't mean that they are a "parent". So absolutely give your daughter the respect and the people in her life that she deserves as well! And its wonderful that you have found that in your fiancée! And good job to you for creating & exercising boundaries in your life! Keep up the great work.
Despite losing your insurance (which I'm definitely sure could have been quite a challenge), its an amazing highlight for you that you were able to conquer that struggle and get more insurance! Thats truly awesome for you!
Excellent job to you on standing your ground and staying firm in your workplace environment! I too know and remember what it was like to be and feel "micro-managed" and that is definitely not a great feeling!... You should certainly be and feel proud of yourself for continuing to work hard and doing the job that you know that you can do! Thats all you can do! And they will see and know that by your continued performance! Again, keep up the great work!
And thank you for checking in this week to share with us. Please continue to check back to let us know how things are continuing to go for you.
I really appreciate knowing that I'm not alone when it comes to being "micro-managed" it really made me feel I wasn't doing enough but a voice came into my head an said " you got this an you'll ace it, and be able to keep your job just keep moving forward." Which I did pass the two scorecards that I needed to pass and my metrics (numbers) are also meeting expectations. I definitely feel stronger coming out of the situations then when I was thrown into it. Thank you for your compassion and understanding. Most definitely will be telling of my progression each check in🫶🏽 @PoliteOcean
@InsightfulPhoenix
We are here to support you Phoenix! And look forwards to your future check-in here! :)
@InsightfulPhoenix hello I'm lola ❤ I'm sorry it's been a difficult path for you for a while now, you sound very resilient and a l oving mother ❤ you know what's best for your daughter, and your fiance sounds like all the dad she needs ❤ I wish you and your family a very merry Christmas ❤gives you a giant festive tiny hug ❤
@Tinywhisper11 that gave me such a big smile thank so much! I'm honestly really happy that you complimented my notherhood and my fiancee for being the most gracious step up dad to my daughter. It means the world to me that you were able to take notice.. thank youð¥²
@InsightfulPhoenix your doing a awsome job ❤❤ and it sounds like you got a good man there ❤ merry Christmas sweetie ❤❤
@PoliteOcean I'm writing this early Saturday morning. Last week on Saturday I spoke with my brother Greg on the phone for 20 minutes. Sunday I put Argan foil on my feet. I went for a walk 3 times and went to the library 4 times. Wednesday we got 96 rolls of toilet paper. Jane is a disaster as a house cleaner. I must have been a bad person in my previous life to be punished like this. I repent. Sifa is so rude. I hate rude people. Friday I had a telephone appointment with my doctor. We reviewed the results of my blood test. My liver, kidneys and basic metabolic panel are spectacular. Unfortunately the lab didn't test my cholesterol. My doctor is going to order more labs. Why do teenage girls wear their pajamas to school? It should be against the dress code. Jane doesn't keep the dining room table clean so I didn't do any reading at home this past week. Ugh.
@Regmo
Hey Regmo~ Thats nice for you that you are continuing to keep up a relationship with your brother. And great for you that you have been able to keep up your walks and get in a good amount this week. Keep up the great work. 96 rolls is alot of toilet paper. Hopefully that will definitely last for a good amount of time. Rude people can definitely be alot to deal with. I tend to just ignore the best that I can. Thats great for you that all your blood tests turned out well. And that you doctor will stay on top of the cholesterol test.....Do you personally know teenage girls that wear their pajamas to school? Thanks for checking in and sharing your week with us. Please continue to keep us updated on things.
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@Beartailyriley
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@PoliteOcean
🎄Hey everyone~ How are you doing today?.... How has the past week gone for you?
this past week has gone rather oddly for me xD i had attended a program that i ended up not liking at all :')
🎁This is our "Third" Check-in for December and we are Officially 'Half-Way' through this Month!... (And not too far ahead until a whole New year)~......In Reflecting upon this Past year, WHO or WHAT has "Inspired Or Influenced" you the MOST in a positive way in 2023 ?!
my former partner and cherished close friend, K. much love to him <3
🎅 As we are almost 2 weeks away from a brand New Year, What is ONE thing you are ready to move forwards from and leave behind in 2023 ?...
my toxic traits :D
⭐️JUST FOR FUN: Would you Rather: Christmas Music.....OR.....Christmas Movies ?!
christmas music!
@KateDoskocilova
Hey there Kate~ that’s too bad that you didn’t enjoy the program that you attended. However at least now you know. And you can look at it in terms of you don’t have to possibly wonder what it would’ve or might’ve been like had you “not” attended it at all?!
Leaving behind Toxicity of “any form” is a great goal to focus on in a new year ahead. Looks like you have a “New years Resolution there?! ;)
Thank you for checking in this week and sharing with us.
@KateDoskocilova Xmas music is the bestestest choice ❤🎅 sorry you an a odd week. Merry Christmas ❤gives you a giant festive tiny hug ❤❤
@PoliteOcean
🎄Hey everyone~ How are you doing today?.... How has the past week gone for you?
I went to see my momma she fell again but was ok then thought it was another stroke but thankfully not. It has been a tough fall for her. We made a ton of new crafts and I brought out lots of hats Photo Booth items to take pictures of staff and residents there. I brought along a foot massager and back massager for staff to get short breaks with treats and ornaments for them for their great care. I got home and I have the flu now … probably not the wisest idea to do pics during flu season but thankfully my momma doesn’t have the flu .
🎁This is our "Third" Check-in for December and we are Officially 'Half-Way' through this Month!... (And not too far ahead until a whole New year)~......In Reflecting upon this Past year, WHO or WHAT has "Inspired Or Influenced" you the MOST in a positive way in 2023 ?!
My hubby both of us on health journey he achieved lifetime status at Weight watchers and it is fabulous doing it together.
🎅 As we are almost 2 weeks away from a brand New Year, What is ONE thing you are ready to move forwards from and leave behind in 2023 ?...
Leave behind the procrastination and bring forward Freedom to excel and explore my goals and enjoy the journey …
⭐️JUST FOR FUN: Would you Rather: Christmas Music.....OR.....Christmas Movies ?!
Both I cannot choose lol 😂 Christmas is my fav love love love both
🎄What were your "Highlights Or Struggles" of the week?...... How were you able to work through your challenges?!
I got the flu since I returned from out of town and missed my sons cap and gown ceremony he won many scholarships and awards and he was 2nd place top student in the school with 99 average … he has autism in engineering in university sooo proud of him. He is my heart.
🎁What is something that "YOU" want to talk about, add or share with us this week?! ....WE want to hear from YOU!~
@SunShineAlwaysGrateful
That’s generous of you to tend to and take care of both residents and staff members where your mom resides. They can all surely use it. And it’s good for her that she continues to do well (despite this time of year).. It’s too bad that you found yourself unwell however, & had to miss out being apart of your sons journeys b/c of it.
Our kids are certainly our hearts. Hopefully you will find yourself quickly on the mend.
That’s wonderful for both you and your hubby. As well as having someone else to share and celebrate your journey with together. Kuddos 🎊
It also sounds like you have many more goals to work towards in achieving in the New Year ahead. I detect a great New Years resolution brewing?!
Thank you for stopping in to share your week with everyone. And keeping all up to date on how things are going.
Oooh my auto correct wrote complaining Oohh my it was meant to planning … sorry just realized this now sooo funny needed that today lol 😂 but u cannot laugh it makes me cough lol 😂
yes many new goals for the new year …
thank you 💕
@SunShineAlwaysGrateful 🎶🎶 don't dream it, be ee it 🎶🎶💃💃💃 yes please no complaining for the new year 😂😂😂😂 wow! That's amazzzzinggg well done to your son and husband ❤❤❤ your so sweet to your mum and the care home , would you like to adopt me??? I may be an adult, by I would like a back massarger and more art and craft stuff. And hands you some tissues hope you get better by xmas ❤🎅🎅🎅🎅🎅
@Tinywhisper11
Aaahh thank you! You would like iceberg season here wear your long Johns lol 😂 they are long warm cozy underwear thermals lol 😂
I love visiting her so much she lives four hours drive away been out there quite a few times this fall …. She has fallen and had few strokes this fall all minor thankfully but such a worry ….
She would adore you and your crafting skills !! She got all the ladies involved crafting … super fun .
@SunShineAlwaysGrateful she sounds a very sweet lady, she's very lucky to have you ❤I hope you and your family have a great xmas ❤ I'll be sitting here, patiently waiting for the present you sent me😁
@PoliteOcean Xmas music 🎅🎶 I choose Xmas music. A few memories from this year I'd like to leave behind. But it's been a pretty good year really. I struggled the other night, tw) I really wanted my son to be with me for xmas. But he's safe in heaven with God. Health wise I've been actually not to bad😁 yaaaay! The people who inspire me the most are all the amazing people on this site. The love and strength I see hear is absolutely incredible ❤❤ merry Christmas sweetie ❤
@Tinywhisper11
Hey there sweet Tiny :)
it’s great that you were feeling up to sharing with us this week. And So sorry to hear that you were struggling. We are glad that you are doing better & Glad to see you back. And that’s great for you that overall that it’s been a pretty good year for you.
We are also happy for you that you find inspiration from this site and all the wonderful ppl here. We hope you have an amazing day and Merry Christmas to you too Tiny 😊🎄🎁🎅
@PoliteOcean your a big inspiration to me ❤❤ gives you a giant festive tiny hug ❤ merry Christmas sweetie ❤
@PoliteOcean, This week has been difficult as has this month. Earlier last month, my best friend passed away. He was only 51. Recently, my eldest Uncle on my Mom's side of the family passed away.
I have been reflecting on my mortality and the morality of my parents.
I feel a little stressed out because, I am by myself. My wife is visiting family abroad.
I enjoy video calling my wife and her nephew and nieces.
I feel like going to the cafes all the time despite having limited finances. Not sure what to do.
I fell into a besetting sin again.
I am disappointed with myself. I am not a good Christian.
If you have time, please pray for me and my family and friends.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Swordpsalm
@Swordpsalm
Hi Sword,
We’re sorry to hear that your week has been a difficult one in the passing of both your uncle & your best friend. (51 is definitely young)… I’m sure this has been a very challenging time for you. And we send you many condolences.
When we go through things like this it definitely can be a time where we face and ponder our own lives. And reflect on many different things (good or not). It can surely be difficult.
Despite feeling the stressors of being by yourself while your wife is away it’s great that you are able to stay in touch with her via video calls. Thanks to our wonderful access to technology. Also remember that we are here for you to support you at 7cups.
Perhaps you can also sit down with your wife if you haven’t already and talk over ways to help boost your income in the new year ahead? Maybe you can come up with a way to do so and also afford your cafe trips (which I’m sure you can also consider enjoyable SelfCare time)?!
As far as falling into Sin, remember that the Lord knows our hearts. Just go and talk to him and repent. And ask him to help you do better each day. HE Forgives all sin. You don’t have to be perfect.
Many prayers and positive vibes sent your way. And Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to you as well. 🎊🥂🎄🎁
Thank you for stopping by to share with us. Please keep us updated on how you’re doing and how things are continuing to go.