Hello All,
I hope everyone has had a great week so far.
Based on my reflections, I would give my physical wellbeing a 5. I know I need to get out more and exercise as well as eating healthier. I do really good during the week, but when it comes to weekend, I tend to go out to eat a lot, and sometimes I don't order the healthiest foods. My goal for this area is to shed some pounds and to eat healthy all the time and not just some of the times. I think I just need to keep up my motivation to get me through. I could use some encouragement by friends and family members to keep me on the right track. I can wake up earlier to exercise before work and then do something when I get home. I have never worked out in the morning time, only at night, so im sure it will make my day much better.
I would give my spiritual wellbeing an 8. I am very spiritual and I also do a great job of integrating my beliefs and values in what I do and what I think. I always think about my values before I make important decisions, or before I take action that could possibly hurt others. My goal in this area would be to go to church more, because I don't get to go as much as I would like. With this goal, I just need to manage my time better so I have time on Sundays to go to church.
For my psychological wellbeing, I would give myself an 8. I believe i'm at a pretty healthy state right now with my mind. I know how to handle stress as it comes. I don't let it get the best of me. Taking courses on how to manage my stress better was very beneficial to me. One goal I would set for myself in this area would be to control my anger better. With having a young child, and being a single parent, things get very frustrating at times. I do know I need to work on not yelling, because that doesn't solve anything. There are many exercises I can do to control my anger; deep breathing is one of them. I use this a lot already, but its something I can implement in my life a little more.
Listening to the exercise, I loved it because it made me so relaxed, especially having a stressful week. I like the different techniques he used, reminding me of my purpose in life. It was very motivating, refreshing, calming and relaxing all at the the same time.
Jamie,
ReplyDeleteKeeping yourself motivated to workout can be very hard. If we do not have positive people in our lives that help us with positive motivation and support it makes it even harder for us. I find that working out in the morning is the best time, I always feel like my day has started out on a positive note and I am ready to take on the day. I try to workout in the morning and if I do not get a workout in during the morning I can always tell the difference in how I feel.
It would be a good idea to try and find a blog or a friend that will workout with you or a support group that will keep you motivated.
I hope that you are able to find a way to work out more and keep motivated.
Jamie
ReplyDeleteI think you are off to a great start. Knowing what we need to do and making a plan is the best thing we can do. I do know that not having the support you need can be a hinderance in us reaching our goals. But I do have a suggestion, having a online study group or buddy can help you in your physical and spiritual goals. In turn it will help with your psychological growth and development. By interacting with others we get the motivation we need and also some good ideas as we are not the only ones experiencing these things.
Continued Success
Jamillah~
I understand what you are saying about small children and stress. I myself have been a single mother since my daughters were 1 and 2 and it does get very stressful. Especially when one of them are sick and you are working and you have only yourself to deal with these things, no spouse to go pick them up for you, or take the night shift so you can get soem sleep. There are times you have to seperate yourself and get some MOM time. Take a bubble bath, listen to some music you like, read a book, or just go get your nails painted. Even 30 minutes to yourself a couple times a week does wonders for your mental well being and your ability to deal with what comes your way as mom and in life. I am glad you got something out of the exercise. Way to go on your well being also! I am also trying to watch my diet and lose a few pounds.(of course I don't know a woman over the age of 20 with kids that isn't right now..;)) I feel your struggle, and feel free to give me a shout if you need some support!
ReplyDeleteJenn
Jamie,
ReplyDeleteI think that you are aware of what it is that you need and that is always the first step. I think that if you get you a workout partner, someone you can encourage you when you want to flake out and hold you accountable is the best way to start and stick to a workout schedule. It is the only way it has worked for me. Be strong and continue to work towards your goals.
Gigi
Hi Jamie,
ReplyDeleteI think that you are in the right track with your spiritual and psychological. I knows what it is feel like to have small children by balancing work and school as a single parent.
The only suggestion that I can give to you might be to manage your eating habit as well as exercise. In this way, you can shed a couple of pounds by doing at least 20 to 30 minutes of intensity of physical activities such as stair climbing, cardio, stationary bike, and free weight. In this way, you might see some of the result. Another suggestion might be in an "elimination diet" where you can consume certain food groups such as pasta or bread in low carb that it can reduce couple of pounds around one's waist.
From,
Vibol
Hey JamieLee, I hope you are well this week!
ReplyDeleteI like you would like to have more of an effort in my life to eat healthy. I think that I will feel better about myself if I eat better and relax more!
I understand exactly how you feel being a mother! It can be so hard to controll your anger when scary things happen. I remember one time I yelled at my daughter because she was walking too close to the oven. I scared her so bad that she was crying! I have to step back sometimes and take a breather before reacting to suituations too rashly!
I hope you have a great week! Sara