Weekly Healthy Living Check-In May 4th, 2024
WEEKLY HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN MAY 4th, 2024
HEY EVERYONE~
*WELCOME To Our End of the week "WEEKLY" HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN"~ This is our
"FIRST" Check-in for the Month of "MAY"~ 🌞🌷🍉🏊
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🌞 Hey Everyone, Happy Weekend~... Welcome to the Month of May!... How was your week?
🌷 This is our "First Check-in for the month "MAY"~.... This Month is considered for many to be the Unofficial starting point of the Summer ahead~... (Between Cinco de Mayo, May Day, Graduations, & the Memorial Day holiday etc..) there's definitely alot to celebrate in the month ahead ... WHAT do you celebrate or look forward to the MOST this month ahead?... WHAT intentions or New goals would you like to Set, Achieve & accomplish for yourself this month?!
🍉 This Month we also celebrate "MAY MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH"..... CLICK HERE , to Take part, & let us know in our "Open Discussion" How you have been doing and how you are taking care of your wellbeing this month!?
🏊 JUST FOR FUN:... (In anticipation of the Summer ahead), WOULD YOU RATHER: a "Quiet Picnic in the park"...OR... a "Summertime Music Festival"?
🌞 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 was again a fairly busy one,.... I started off last weekend taking a Self-care day on Saturday (while also focusing on some light exercise/activity with the Furbaby).... On Sunday we got out to enjoy another local Spring Festival. Got in LOTS of walking, activity, & met a step-goal of another 20,000+ steps....For the most part, I continued to keep up with & on track with workouts/activities, meal-tracking & planning, & hydration goals~ However, by mid-week I took a road-trip to the Beach which I totally enjoyed!.. So I got off track this last half of the week with my meal-tracking, vitamins, & sleep goals. But I'm ready to continue to get back on track and focus on my wellness goals for the rest of the month ahead~
🌊 This past week I continued to stay on track with my regular morning Group Fitness classes at the beginning of the week... by mid-week I went to the beach (My happy Place)... (And took the Furbaby too)~ I managed to stay on track by walking the beach to keep up with my step-goals..... The weather has been pretty lovely here this past week (both here locally & at the beach). It was also nice to "Refresh & Recharge" a bit, while relaxing and focusing on my Well-being & Self-care (especially after some stressors that presented themselves upon my return)... I pushed through that though by continuing to "refocus" my energy on more positive things and thoughts.
🌷 For this weekend ahead intentions are to get up Saturday for a 'new' local Zumba class that I found with a new instructor..... I haven't attended a Saturday morning group class anywhere in over 2 years, And have only focused on Self-care & home workouts on weekends during this time..... So I'm feeling excited to be motivated again by someone else other than myself! lol.... (As an instructor, it’s very easy for me to motivate others, but definitely much harder to encourage myself)~.... And again, there are many local festivals going on around the area between the Start of May & Cinco De Mayo on Sunday, so the weekend ahead will be in Full-force with them.... So intentions are to just go with the flow of where the weekend takes us~
🌞 Hey Everyone, Happy Weekend~... Welcome to the Month of May!... How was your week? Well… it was hectic and full of stress to be honest..
🌷 This is our "First Check-in for the month "MAY"~.... This Month is considered for many to be the Unofficial starting point of the Summer ahead~... (Between Cinco de Mayo, May Day, Graduations, & the Memorial Day holiday etc..) there's definitely alot to celebrate in the month ahead ... WHAT do you celebrate or look forward to the MOST this month ahead?...WHAT intentions or New goals would you like to Set, Achieve & accomplish for yourself this month?!
In our house, we celebrate all things to teach the little ones to appreciate everyone's backgrounds/cultures!
The intentions for this month are to remain positive💕, keep looking at the bright side even if others don't, and look to all opportunities!
🍉 This Month we also celebrate "MAY MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH".…. How you have been doing and how you are taking care of your wellbeing this month!? well… I have been taking more self-care baths and enjoying more time to myself. I have also attached myself to some new hobbies!
🏊 JUST FOR FUN:... (In anticipation of the Summer ahead), WOULD YOU RATHER: a "Quiet Picnic in the park"...OR... a "Summertime Music Festival"?
Both honestly
🌞 What were your "Highlights Or Struggles" of the week?.... How were you able to work through your challenges?!
highlight: I have an interview on Wednesday at 11am est, with a recruitment person to find a spot for employment. I will be getting paid for the rest of this month, family has been assisting as much as they can and I have a smile on my face. My fiancee and I have been working as a team to get through this little obstacle.
Struggle: all 400+ people, including myself, lost their jobs this past Tuesday due to the dissolution of the big company we were working for. So they released all of us. My fiancee and I have been stressed a bit
🌷 What is something that "YOU" want to talk about, add or share with us this week?! .... WE want to hear from YOU~
I believe that there is a better opportunity in store me for when it comes to this interview coming up. Yes it was sad losing what I already had, but on the brighter side of things there will be something better waiting for me. I just have this feeling that I will be a lot happier, in the long run, 🌺💕🙏 On an even brighter side to this, I saw something that said “God has us” while my fiancee and I were headed to the gym. I fully believe that I will get a job on Wednesday!
@InsightfulPhoenix
Hey there~
We’re sorry to hear your week was hectic & stressful. Hopefully for you the week Ahead will be a more positive experience…. And it’s so great that you are already ahead of that game by staying “focused” on the positives!
How awesome for you that you are also focusing on your wellbeing by taking care of yourself & finding new hobbies that you enjoy! (What new hobbies have you found recently)?!
How awful for you and the other employees that you got let go from your job. That’s never an easy experience. And can bring on many stressors…. However I think it’s really wonderful that you not only have a supportive family & partner, but that you will also be getting paid for the month, in addition to an interview! That’s awesome for you. And hopefully will prove as well to be another positive experience & outcome. Best of luck!
It sounds like that despite your recent challenges, that you also have many highlights in those around you as well as what lies ahead for you. And keeping & maintaining a positive attitude will certainly lead you you to much better things ahead! The Lord always provides!
Please continue to keep us updated on how everything goes! And thank you for checking in and sharing your week with us. And again best wishes on your interview.
@PoliteOcean
Hi, Ocean,
I'm sorry to hear about the challenges that presented themselves to you last week. I hope all is well now.
Hey Everyone, Happy Weekend~... Welcome to the Month of May!... How was your week? My week has been up and down. I am presented with a lot of stress, being without a job. So, at times I have been very down and at other times, I am trying to work through it. I started working out again this week. I'm only working out every other day and that means I have worked out twice this past week, so don't get too excited for me. lol But my goal is to work out again tonight. I've also been applying for jobs. The only two I have heard from is a volunteer job at the zoo and a couple jobs in Hawaii. I don't think the Hawaii jobs will work out because they won't pay enough, but I'm trying. Also, the zoo volunteer job will look good on my resume. And that will be a fun job. I've never been to the zoo in this state, and I love animals.
🌷 This is our "First Check-in for the month "MAY"~.... This Month is considered for many to be the Unofficial starting point of the Summer ahead~... (Between Cinco de Mayo, May Day, Graduations, & the Memorial Day holiday etc..) there's definitely alot to celebrate in the month ahead ... WHAT do you celebrate or look forward to the MOST this month ahead?... WHAT intentions or New goals would you like to Set, Achieve & accomplish for yourself this month?! I'll probably look forward to the end of May because it will be the last weekend before my summer class starts. I also just love this time of year. The trees and flowers blooming and the lovely warm nights. I want to be easy on myself in the near future. I've got a big goal of finding a job, and I want to keep up working out. That is about enough pressure for myself.
🍉 This Month we also celebrate "MAY MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH"..... CLICK HERE , to Take part, & let us know in our "Open Discussion" How you have been doing and how you are taking care of your wellbeing this month!? I'll take part in the open discussion.
🏊 JUST FOR FUN:... (In anticipation of the Summer ahead), WOULD YOU RATHER: a "Quiet Picnic in the park"...OR... a "Summertime Music Festival"? quiet picnic in the park
🌞 What were your "Highlights Or Struggles" of the week?.... How were you able to work through your challenges?! I woke up with a lot of anxiety a few days. I just told myself that it was ok, and to take my time waking up. Then to take one thing at a time and that my mood will improve. I've been having bad dreams before waking up, some days. Today and yesterday was better.
@purpleTree4652
Hey there Tree!~
Thank you so much for the kind words… I really appreciate it. To be honest I had an opportunity fall through where I thought I could make some extra income. I was really hopeful about it, but it didn’t work out. I am a little bummed out by it, however, I’m just gonna continue to focus on positive things! The Lord always provides. :)
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I’m sorry to hear for you that your week has been up & down, as well as stressful regarding the job situation. It’s understandable that your feelings about things have gone back & forth! (I too felt the same way)… so I get it. Our feelings are valid & human.
I do think it’s totally awesome though that you are trying to take care of yourself & your wellbeing by incorporating some exercises! How great for you. Small steps add up to bigger ones. And You are doing a great job so don’t put down your efforts! And keep up the great work there! …btw, what exercises have you been enjoying?!
It’s also great that you are continuing to apply for jobs while you are waiting. And the Zoo (even though volunteering), does sound so amazing. I love the Zoo!… And Hawaii sounds incredible! (And if my memory serves me correctly, that is also your dream location), correct?! … personally I think if I could find a way & opportunity to make things work in my dream location I would really sit down and think hard to plan it out… you never know?!!! But I know sometimes making certain moves can also be (scary) for lack of better term. And you certainly have to do what’s best for you!
I just love this time of year too… regardless of what’s going on around us, it tends to make things a little easier & better mentally when you have such great weather, vibes, and scenery to look at and take in!
And I think it’s wonderful that your goal is to also take it easy on yourself while taking care of yourself in small ways, during your job search….
Despite the challenges of the job search and the stress of anxiety upon waking, it’s really great that you’re talking yourself through it all… telling yourself that things will be ok. Because they will! 🙏🏼
We are here to support you… and Thank you so much for continuing to check in and let us know how things are going for you. Please keep us updated! And good luck with both the ongoing job search and your new workout goals!
@PoliteOcean
WOULD YOU RATHER: a "Quiet Picnic in the park"...OR... a "Summertime Music Festival"?
Probably a quiet picnic in the park.
🌞 What were your "Highlights Or Struggles" of the week?.... How were you able to work through your challenges?!
Highlights would be that I finished my second chapter of my story. I'm taking this writing course we're supposed to write 500 words daily and a weekly quota of 2,500 words. I even made a *** for me and some other writers to review and talk about our progress.
Struggles would be school, because it's taking a lot willpower to care about half the things my teachers are saying. All my energy has been going towards the house, parents, and siblings since my parents are going out more than usual for hours on end. By the time I get to school my mind is not present and my grades are slipping, but I am hopeful I can pull them back up.
@JollyRacher
Hey there!~
It’s great to see you this week~
I too remember “school days” and how challenging it was to focus & concentrate. Especially on classes (& teachers) that I wasn’t really feeling! It definitely made for a long day at school, and even more challenging trying to get by with those particular classes…. Yes Hopefully you can pull your grades up where you need them to be. And never be afraid to ask for help or even more time if you need it!… But it does sound like you have a lot on your plate at the moment between school & home life…. How much longer will you be in school for? Do you get any breaks coming soon?
Despite your struggles/challenges, I think it’s an awesome highlight that you were able to work on and finish accomplishing a goal with your story. It’s definitely a highlight as well that it seems like the writing course is something that you are enjoying?! Good for you for being able to focus your energy on something positive. Continue to keep up the good work you are doing. And thank you for sharing with us this week!
Please continue to keep us updated on how things are going for you!
@PoliteOcean Here's how the past week went. I can only post my updates on Monday now for the previous week. Sunday I took a shower, which is an ordeal, and went to the library. Monday, I went to the library and the bank. Chuck took me on a wild goose chase to find a Smart phone repair shop, in spite of the fact I gave him the address in advance. Tuesday I put Argan oil on my feet. Chuck also took me on another wild goose chase on Tuesday, in spite of the fact I gave him the address in advance. Wednesday, I got a massage for the first time in 4 years. It cost $70 for 30 minutes. That's insane. Millenials are the worst. Wednesday I ordered a new Obama phone, and it should be here on Wednesday. Friday Stuart was yelling again. I also went to the library and went for a walk. Saturday, my new $50 Eddie Bauer shirt arrived. Saturday Stuart was yelling again and I told him to be quiet and he hit me. I didn't tell Leslie because she would think I'm the one with the problem. I can use it as a reason to tell my new landlord why I want to move out.
@Regmo
Hey Regmo~ Despite difficulties, Good for you for taking a shower and staying on top of your hygiene…As well as continuing to get out for your walks and keeping up with your activity…. Also in spite of the “wild goose chase”, did Chuck ever make it to the destinations?.. How nice that you were able to get a massage. It’s been a long time for me as well. But they are so worth it…. Did you get a regular massage of a medical-type massage? Either way I think they all feel good. You inspired me to get one very soon! But yes they can certainly be on the pricey side! And can definitely be insane~ It’s also good that you were able to order a new phone as well as get your new shirt. I remember the Eddie Bauer brand being pretty popular back in the day. They aren’t cheap either lol.. and 😮 oh wow I can’t believe Stuart hit you?! Yikes! … It’s too bad that you felt you didn’t want to report the incident. Hopefully there were no injuries? Because you would definitely want to have a report on that just in case something were to come up later!… But yes it would be a great reason for a new landlord to help you out. Hopefully for you the incident doesn’t happen again. But I’d be real careful around him going forwards. Thanks for checking in and continuing to share your week with us. Please keep us updated.
🌞 Hey Everyone, Happy Weekend~... Welcome to the Month of May!... How was your week?
So far, it's alright. Still have a lot I need to do! Better days will be coming soon (hopefully).
🌷 This is our "First Check-in for the month "MAY"~.... This Month is considered for many to be the Unofficial starting point of the Summer ahead~... (Between Cinco de Mayo, May Day, Graduations, & the Memorial Day holiday etc..) there's definitely a lot to celebrate in the month ahead ... WHAT do you celebrate or look forward to the MOST this month ahead?... WHAT intentions or New goals would you like to Set, Achieve & accomplish for yourself this month?!
Oh...we don't really celebrate holidays unless it's Christmas or Halloween -- and that's recent. I just do it for the little one. I have said this goal for a while now but...Just finishing up these real estate classes! I've been dealing with medical issues and housing issues which made it difficult to do them, but have actually been working on them the past few days. Hoping to finish this week (for real this time, unless medical issues creeps up then well...it is what it is I suppose...) So, once I finish the classes, I take my final exam, and apply for remote jobs (due to health) and hope to work soon. Then (maybe) I will be able to make enough money to move out next month before the lease ends at the end of June...If not...Then I will have to go live in the state that my mother is currently, which is about 1,000kilometers away from me... and we are estranged (she physically & verbally abused me growing up as well as SA me...And didn't recognize my son as her grandson for a while, until recent...she is difficult...). But yeah, hopefully I'll start working, pay her back some money I owe, and cut all ties to live a healthier life free from toxicity.
🍉 This Month we also celebrate "MAY MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH"..... CLICK HERE , to Take part, & let us know in our "Open Discussion" How you have been doing and how you are taking care of your wellbeing this month!?
I will be honest and say my mental health hasn't been so great, but there is still some hope left inside of me to improve my current life. This hope will change the trajectory of my life and become something better for my little one and myself. I have to make changes in order to improve my mental health, so I won't ever give up. I'm going to keep trying.
🏊 JUST FOR FUN:... (In anticipation of the Summer ahead), WOULD YOU RATHER: a "Quiet Picnic in the park"...OR... a "Summertime Music Festival"?
Oh man...I love both! A quiet picnic in the park with little one and a summertime music festival by myself!
🌞 What were your "Highlights Or Struggles" of the week?.... How were you able to work through your challenges?!
Struggles: Mental & Physical health, finances
Highlights: I have been working harder towards a healthier life! No take out -- mostly cooking, no alcohol, no marijuana for over 130 days now, and taking my real estate classes now that I am a little bit healthier physically. I get severe chest/rib pain when I go for short walks, so going to talk to my doctor to change my meds for something that'll be more useful.
🌷 What is something that "YOU" want to talk about, add or share with us this week?! .... WE want to hear from YOU~
Sorry haha, I sound like a broken record honestly. Most things I state above have been things I have mentioned a bit in prior posts. But...Yeah...these real estate classes, I can ACTUALLY work on them for once!! I have the energy! (as long as I don't go on walks...heh...) I'm not medically incapacitated (as long as I don't overexert myself). I can finally just focus on them. I am motivated. I want my son to live a better life, and this is my golden ticket. This is the way to do it. I'm excited. We'll move out of this city somewhere else. We'll live in a safer city and hopefully my son will have a school that best fits his needs (he is on the spectrum and needs a bit of help). I only wish for him to have good health, education, and happiness and I seek career/financial stability for myself to make that happen.
@ImpudentIncognito
Hey there~ long time no see! Good to see you this week…. It’s also good that your week has been well so far.
It’s so great to hear that you are getting those Real Estate classes worked on! Good for you 👍🏼… Keep your eye on the prize. And push any negative thoughts to the side about not getting them finished! You’ve got this and you can do this! Just continue to think about all the reasons that you’ve mentioned about why this is so important to you…. About the positive things it will hold for you, and all the negativity that you can “cut away” and leave behind you. So that you can start new & fresh, healthier, happier. And away from toxic vibes!
It’s also great that you are continuing to “hold on to hope”! In that your situations will improve. Because they can and they will! And when there’s a will, there’s always a way. It’s all we can do is to keep trying. And not give up. And we are here to continue to support you!
Despite the matters that you are still feeling struggles with, it’s so awesome that you are continuing to work harder on improving things for yourself, your life, your little one, and looking towards living a healthier life! And also so many congrats to you on all the positive, healthier changes that you made so far!! 👍🏼👏🏼🎉🥳
And its So good to hear for you that you are motivated to keep going! Our kids also have a way of doing that for us! In just wanting to “improve & do better”! …whatever your motivators are, hold on to those! Focus on them. Hold them close. And keep going! You will get everywhere you desire to be…. And find yourself in the better situation that you been envisioning!
Thank you for checking in this week! And sharing with us. Again it’s great to hear from you. And please continue to keep us updated. And let us know how you are doing with the classes!
Again we are here to support your efforts.
@PoliteOcean Thank you so much for your kind words. 💖 My son is my main motivation to try and lead a better life. He's the reason I still stand here on this earth, he is pretty much my light of the world. I'm going to keep pushing harder and do better for his sake. I've been mostly working on my physical health and a little bit of my mental health, but really need to focus at the moment on financial health/stability. Once all 3 are in line, I'll feel unstoppable. I definitely don't want to move back into a hostile/toxic environment by living with my mother so...for these next few days, I have been buckling down on my classes whenever I can. I still have to schedule the final/written test. I'm anxious yet excited to move on to the next step in my life. I can't wait to start a new chapter and leave the old behind and start the new. I'm thinking of writing down some S.M.A.R.T financial goals, similar to what I did for my health, so I don't feel so lost on where to go next.
@ImpudentIncognito
I think that’s a great idea!…
And if you think and feel it will help you to write those goals down, then absolutely do it!
That just gives you another reason and goal to focus on to help keep you on track! Keep going, don’t stop, don’t look back. If you have to slow down that’s absolutely ok to break when needed. But never stop pushing forwards & reaching for your goals for a better and healthier life!