Weekly Healthy Living Check-In December 1st, 2023
WEEKLY HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN DECEMBER 1ST, 2023
HEY EVERYONE~
**WELCOME To Our End of the week "WEEKLY" HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN~....This is our FIRST Check-In for the Month of DECEMBER! 🎄🎁🎅⭐️
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🎄Hey everyone~ Welcome to DECEMBER!.....How are you doing and feeling today?
🎁This is our "FIRST" Check-in for the Month of "DECEMBER".....We are in the Last month of the year! ......How does this Last month of the Year make you feel Mentally & Emotionally?!....Aside from the Holidays, What is something you are looking forwards to in this month ahead?....
🎅 As we enter this Month, What are some goals you can create & set for yourself in this last month of the year?!....What is "One" thing that you'd like to work on or accomplish for yourself before this month is complete?...
⭐️JUST FOR FUN: (PICK ONLY ONE)~ ....."Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire"?.....OR...."Jack Frost nipping at your Nose".....OR...."Yuletide Carols being sung by a Fire"?!
🎄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 very well for the most part. I was able to start the week off fresh and with a different mind-set of my goals for myself...... I stayed completely on track with Meals & Meal-planning, Tracking, Hydration, Vitamins,.. Sleep got slightly off-track, however, I can certainly get back right with that again going into the weekend ahead. I also accomplished getting done various things that I needed to do. And finally started on my Christmas shopping and consider myself about 3/4 of the way through!
🎁 This past week has definitely had December (and winter) "Vibes" here!... It's been quite chilly (and now rainy this coming weekend).... I wasn't able to get out much for walking with the pup (too cold for both me and for him), But, I did continue to stay on Track with my Group Fitness classes. I As well did some activity with the pup indoors so that he would get some activity too!.... I'm looking forwards to starting (or at least trying out) a "New" Fitness class this month (in place of another). So that I can possibly tweak my schedule a bit..... And I have also finally paid to get my CEU's to keep up and maintain my Personal Trainer Certification.
🎅 This coming weekend is supposed to be rainy... however, I have a few errands that I need to go out for and take care of a few holiday things..... And I would like to finish possibly putting up my Christmas lights on my front porch.... Even though my Son is grown, I know it makes him happy to see them up when he visits. :)
@PoliteOcean
🎄Hey everyone~ Welcome to DECEMBER!.....How are you doing and feeling today?
i am doing quite alright! thank you :3
🎁This is our "FIRST" Check-in for the Month of "DECEMBER".....We are in the Last month of the year! ......How does this Last month of the Year make you feel Mentally & Emotionally?!....Aside from the Holidays, What is something you are looking forwards to in this month ahead?....
the last month of the year makes me... scared, honestly xD and im looking forward to an event called European Youth Parliament!
🎅 As we enter this Month, What are some goals you can create & set for yourself in this last month of the year?!....What is "One" thing that you'd like to work on or accomplish for yourself before this month is complete?...
i still haven't thought about this one!
⭐️JUST FOR FUN: (PICK ONLY ONE)~ ....."Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire"?.....OR...."Jack Frost nipping at your Nose".....OR...."Yuletide Carols being sung by a Fire"?!
chestnuts roasting on an open fire!
🎄What were your "Highlights Or Struggles" of the week?...... How were you able to work through your challenges?!
struggles of the week was managing to probably study :') and the highlight was talking to my friend!
@KateDoskocilova
Hey there Kate~ it’s great that you are doing well today~
We’re Sorry to hear that December makes you feel scared. I suppose This month can come with all kinds of emotions. Whether it’s things we are leaving behind as we end another year, to the wonders of what we are moving into in the new year ahead of us. Hopefully whatever is causing you to fear this month works itself out for you! …..
And how lovely that you have an event to look forwards to this month. December events are typically always so nice and enjoyable as we enter the holiday season!
Have you ever actually had Roasted Chestnuts 🌰?!!
Despite your struggles with your studies, its great that you were able to talk with your friend. Hopefully the Studies will get back on track for you. Will you have a “holiday break” this month? If so I’m sure that will also be something to look forwards to as well!
Thank you for checking in today and sharing with us. Good luck with your studies and please continue to keep us up to date!
@PoliteOcean
ive had roasted chestnuts, yes!
and i will be having a holiday break from the 22nd till the 8th of the next month!
@KateDoskocilova
I’ve never had them! ….I had boiled peanuts once, and never again! 😂😂
School breaks are so great aren’t they!! Especially long ones!
@PoliteOcean I'm writing this late Friday afternoon. Here's how the past week went. Last weekend Sifa slept on the sofa 3 days in a row and their adult son "Oh" (nickname) slept on the sofa for the 4th day. Well the sofa is where I keep my DVD player. I'm not going to be moving my possessions on and off the sofa everyday. I don't like people messing with my stuff. I didn't watch any films this past week 😭 I watched 9 foreign films for the month of November. Monday Sifa put furniture in front of the heater. Wow 😳 what an id.iot. Tuesday morning I had a blood test but Chuck made me late because he used GPS. I told him not to use it but he uses it anyways. I went to Starbucks and had a slice of iced lemon loaf. My new book arrived. It's "Lamentation of a Sinner" by Katherine Parr, the last wife of King Henry VIII. Leslie says I don't have to move out. I went to the library 4 times and went for a walk 4 times. Now that Amanda and Alan is gone Leslie is in charge of the kitchen so it's a pig 🐷 sty 24/7. I don't know why there is so much food here it's just Stuart and me. For Saturday I'm just going to chill around the house. I do lots and lots of chilling. I wish I could be more active.
@Regmo
Hey there Regmo~ That sounds like a very challenging household situation. And I certainly don't blame you, as I don't like my possessions being touched or moved around either. So your feelings are totally understandable.....Hopefully you found that for the most part you enjoyed the films that you watched and that you enjoy your new book you got.... To each their own, but I have never used GPS, as I don't necessarily trust it lol.... Hopefully things went well with your blood test app't once you finally got there?!...How nice for you that you were able to get to Starbucks and treat yourself! And awesome job on being able to get out as often as you did for your walks! (You are totally beating me out there!)... I miss my walks as The weather here has been a little temperamental the past month. Thats great for you that you don't have to move out. Good thing Leslie came to her senses. Even though the house isn't as clean as it might need to be, it sounds like you may at least be able to get a little more peace and quiet to yourself with only the few of you there now?... Yeah I do alot of "chillin' too Once I get done with all my "daily" things so I can understand what you are saying to an extent. Maybe now that you have a caretaker that you can rely on some, perhaps you can come up with some things to do that you may have thought about, or may desire to do more of? I personally like to look for "Free" things to do in my area (even If I don't end up doing them), but at least I know they are there to enjoy if I want to....Maybe you have the same option, And maybe Chuck can get you out and about more to do those things? Just a thought since I don't fully or completely know how his services and time works. But thank you for sharing your week with us and continuing to keep us updated on how things are going.
🎄Hey everyone~ Welcome to DECEMBER!.....How are you doing and feeling today?
I love the first day of the month, and I love December especially! It's a beautiful time of year here, and I have had a good week at work, and I am excited for what is upcoming, as well! I think I will have zero overtime next week, which is so exciting. I'm submitting this large project Monday morning, and then just continuing work on subprojects until I get my team's feedback and can get into revisions during the holidays.
🎁This is our "FIRST" Check-in for the Month of "DECEMBER".....We are in the Last month of the year! ......How does this Last month of the Year make you feel Mentally & Emotionally?!....Aside from the Holidays, What is something you are looking forwards to in this month ahead?....
Since I've already set up my goals for the first three months of next year, I'm mostly focused now on getting my last 2023 goals finished. 2024 is full of uncertainty, and I hope our family's trajectory is good, but I guess I shouldn't be thinking so far ahead and borrowing worries. It's so easy to do.
🎅 As we enter this Month, What are some goals you can create & set for yourself in this last month of the year?!....What is "One" thing that you'd like to work on or accomplish for yourself before this month is complete?...
There is one particular personal task that I am very nervous about that I want to complete some time between the 15th and 22nd, so I will report back after that on whether I've succeeded. 😄
⭐️JUST FOR FUN: (PICK ONLY ONE)~ ....."Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire"?.....OR...."Jack Frost nipping at your Nose".....OR...."Yuletide Carols being sung by a Fire"?!
I love walking in the cold, but I don't think I would like it nearly as much if we didn't have a warm, nicely-lit apartment to come back to! So both of the last. Though roasted chestnuts are also delicious!!
🎄What were your "Highlights Or Struggles" of the week?...... How were you able to work through your challenges?!
We have an internal application process for project resources, so those of us in my department can apply every six months or so for a chance to have studies we design and conceptualize resourced by the company. I have gotten the smaller funding award in the past, but I applied a couple of months ago to the larger pot, and today I received notice that I was not selected. This made me sad, though I am trying to be optimistic and remember that I will need to apply for lots of different things before I get any of them, so this is just one step closer to eventually conducting that study. I'm still sad but that's what I'm trying to move to thinking ha.
@nordurnStar
Hey there Star~
I can agree, there is certainly a magical feeling to December that not many other months quite have. Its great that you are enjoying this first day, and that you have had a good week. And that you are feeling excited for upcoming things!
Yes it's certainly easy to do in getting ahead of ourselves and 'worrying' per say, about things that haven't even come about. This is also why I try not to get too far ahead of myself and focus on smaller goals a little at a time. Thats great that you are staying focused on this months goals ahead, While also having your future goals lined up for the New Year that will soon be upon us! (And good luck to you on that "personal task")! We will wait to hear the outcome of it all!
I see you are another one that has gotten to try 'Roasted Chestnuts'?! Maybe one day I will get to or "attempt" to try them as well. I explained to Kate above that the closest I've been was trying "boiled peanuts" and Never again! lol
We're sorry to hear that you weren't selected, and I'm sure that it was quite a blow to find out. I can understand it all making you feel sadness. But I think its great that despite that challenge, that you are trying to be and stay optimistic especially where future endeavors are involved! But its still ok and valid to feel how you feel right now. You are doing great~
Thank you for sharing your week with us and letting us know how things have been going for you. Please continue to keep us updated on how you are doing, and continue to enjoy your snowy day weather and walks!
@PoliteOcean
Oh I have never had boiled peanuts but roasted chestnuts are very creamy when they're made properly! Here chestnuts are roasted at little outdoor stalls and they smell very good. I don't know if they are available that way where you are, but if you ever see them I would recommend trying them! That way you will know if it's all cooked nuts, or just some that you do not like 😄
So far so good!
I choose “Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire”
One of my struggles for the week is getting back into my daily routine of adding 30 minutes of exercising. Ugh 😩
I want to share with you all that “You can do it!”
@bouncyMusic133
Hey there Bouncy! So lovely to see you this week. :)
That’s great that things are “so far so good” for you!
Try not to be too hard on yourself for being out of your 30-minute exercise routine. This time of year can be busy and it can get challenging trying to make time for yourself. However, perhaps starting back with “smaller” goals and maybe just squeeze in “10-Minutes” a day! … (and then you can continue to work your way back to where you desire to be).
Just dancing around or taking a walk with your iPod or music for just “3 songs” is almost 10 minutes! As most songs are at least 3 minutes each. Don’t fret! Because we agree that You “CAN” do it! And We are here to support you!
Thank you so much for checking in this week and sharing with us. Please keep us updated on how things are going for you.
Thank you!
@PoliteOcean
Hi, Ocean,
If you feel like it, would you post a pic of your pup please? I'd love to see it. :)
🎄Hey everyone~ Welcome to DECEMBER!.....How are you doing and feeling today? I was feeling good. Enjoying my day of relaxation. Then I got an email saying to turn my parking pass in. O.O I realized that the libraries apparently don't employ students for one month between fall and spring semesters. I need that money. I also need a rest, but I need the money more. I wish they would have told me when they were interviewing me about all the breaks where I won't be employed and therefore won't be paid. Would it have made a difference? I still would have taken the job, but I would have planned my budget differently.
🎁This is our "FIRST" Check-in for the Month of "DECEMBER".....We are in the Last month of the year! ......How does this Last month of the Year make you feel Mentally & Emotionally?!....Aside from the Holidays, What is something you are looking forwards to in this month ahead?.... I just want to see the spring semester start. I just want time to fly while I'm in school so I can get it over with.
🎅 As we enter this Month, What are some goals you can create & set for yourself in this last month of the year?!....What is "One" thing that you'd like to work on or accomplish for yourself before this month is complete?... I want to get my bosses to keep me employed between the fall and spring semesters. I guess they usually don't keep students employed at that time.
⭐️JUST FOR FUN: (PICK ONLY ONE)~ ....."Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire"?.....OR...."Jack Frost nipping at your Nose".....OR...."Yuletide Carols being sung by a Fire"?! Jack Frost nipping at your Nose :)
🎄What were your "Highlights Or Struggles" of the week?...... How were you able to work through your challenges?! I'm still working on it.
🎁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~ Yes I can personally send a photo of my baby. Would love to see your Chloe :)
…..Oh my so sorry to hear for you about your job. Goodness, I agree that they certainly should have told you during the interview process and given you a heads up in some way beforehand!… Sounds like this was something just sprung on you at the last minute, which surely isn’t fair to you (or your income). And yes you should have been able to plan accordingly due to this circumstance.
Out of curiosity, How much schooling do you actually have left to complete?
I’m sure this time in between you waiting to start back to work and getting through your schooling will seem difficult at times since I know you just want to do it and get through it and be done with it all… I see you stated that you could also use the rest. Perhaps this could be a good time for you to do just that? Get the rest that you need, focus on some self-care, try to decompress and de-stress a little during this time? I’m not sure of your entire situation or if it’s possible for you, but with it being the holidays, I know various places may still be hiring for “seasonal” help. (That’s if your income/funds will be limited). Maybe that could be another avenue of revenue to consider if able through the Christmas season?
In the meantime it’s great that you are still trying to work on & work through the challenges. And hopefully things fall into place during this “break” period for you.
We’re here to support you Tree. And Thank you for checking in and sharing your week with us. Please continue to keep us updated on your situation and how things are continuing to go for you.
@PoliteOcean
@PoliteOcean That is a pic of Chloe when she was younger. She just ate a mouse and then laid down for a nap. :)
This was only my first semester of school. I still have two years to go which isn't much to me since we are talking about a master's degree. But I have a life long habit of wanting to rush through times that I am depressed. School telling me that my job stops on the 15th of Dec and doesn't start again until mid Jan, depressed me.
You're right. I could just relax during the break. I need the money, though. I'm poor, so I have to be careful of every dollar I spend, and I wasn't planning for this month without an income. Plus I was just off for two weeks in november without an income because I had covid. I can try to find seasonal work. I'll figure it out. I guess next year, I'll borrow more in a student loan to cover these periods of unpaid breaks the school has between semesters and for holidays.
Thanks for listening, Ocean.
@purpleTree4652
This is my baby…. Getting some good belly rubs :
Chloe is so cute. Pets really are the greatest comfort. Thank you for sharing her photo!
I think it’s great that you have a future plan for yourself regarding the library. It’s always good to have a backup plan & to plan accordingly if need be…. I know this hit you out of the blue, and trust me I totally understand the feelings behind a budget and being able to plan ahead when we can. I know things will workout and come together for you. Our own minds can be our own worst critic and enemy. But it will come together for you.
Again we are here to support you Tree. :)
@PoliteOcean
I love the little face! How adorable! Thank you for sharing that pic.
@PoliteOcean
This last month of 2023 to continue to do the healthy habits tracking and walking! I still will enjoy the season definitely. It is a season that extends far before the holidays arrive. The invites and holiday parties for the groups I am involved in locally.
I hit 50lbs weight loss goal this week. I want to continue to work hard to keep my holiday balanced. Enjoy the special season but keep the good habits going …. Sleep walking etc
@SunShineAlwaysGrateful
That’s a great weight loss. Good job to you. Perhaps you can share your tips and what has helped you.
I agree in finding balance this season between staying on track the best we can, while also allowing time to enjoy the season & holiday to the fullest through healthy habits (and being mindful).
Thank you for sharing with us this week!
@PoliteOcean
Yes 🙌 you are welcome. I did a couple of posts about exercise and tips for the season today …
@PoliteOcean I'm struggling. 😞 I don't understand my emotions and feelings properly, I don't know how to cope with everything
@Tinywhisper11
Awww…hey there Tiny. We are so sorry to hear that you are struggling.
Emotions can sometimes get the better of us all. Some of us can handle them better than others. And some of us need a little extra help.
It’s ok to feel however you are feeling. Your feelings are valid. The important thing is that we don’t stay in those negative feelings for too long. Just know that we are always here for you at 7cups Tiny. Anytime you need to chat, talk, vent, we are here to listen and support you.
You are always here to spread kindness and cheer to everyone. And we are here to do the same for you.
We all have days that come about that aren’t the greatest. But remember there’s always sunshine behind those cloudy days. And things will clear up again for you.
Thank you for sharing your feelings with us Tiny. Sending you lots of Hugs your way. And we hope those cloudy days lift so the sun will shine again for you very soon!
