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Expedition to wellness
7 years ago
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Something I've been thinking about since we moved.
I realized that even though we have just enough money right now to cover
our bills and buy food, there's still a lot of things we waste money on. Like cigarettes.
And despite being in a nice, comfortable home in a warm environment like Arizona...
(which is helping my Seasonal Affective Disorder SO much)
I'm not really "happy" yet. I was for a little while at first, but it was just the move.
I'm still feeling depression weighing me down every day and experiencing bad thoughts.
So I'm doing something I haven't done in a long time: try to be healthy, active, and happy.
This is going to require a big overhaul on my lifestyle. I realized I'm actually not as
well off as I thought I was.
I smoke cigarettes, I ate almost exclusively junk food, I don't exercise, I don't take care of myself.
Mind you... I don't drink alcohol or sit around all day either. There are some things that I'm proud of.
But I think changing my lifestyle would be good for my health and mood. A routine would be good, too.
So the changes I want to make are all independently rather easy.. but may cost extra money.
Making one lifestyle change at a time is the best way to do it. Smooth and easy.
I also hear that trying to change too much too quickly will lead to fast failure. I want it to stick.
I've already started doing several of these and have had astounding results!!!
- Quit smoking, replace with a healthier habit. Possibly wean with vaping or replace with home workout?
- Start being more active. Walk alone or with company when bored/restless. Planet Fitness gym membership later!
- Better diet. Control portions, no snacking all day long. Less processed food: full, varied meals cooked by me. (fun!)
- Self care every day. Small stuff. Dressing nicely. Showers, baths, shave the legs, lotion, dental care, makeup.
- Be productive. Drawing, dishes, laundry, organizing, vacuuming, pre-cook meals, bonding time with Summer.
- Relationship maintenance. Date nights, tender communication, love expression, quality time, affection.
- New Family Bonding. Use mutual interests w/ in-laws to become more comfortable around them. (they're wonderful people)
I would appreciate more suggestions on how to improve the quality of life we live on this earth!
I'm glad that you're taking steps to become healthier! I trying to buy more organic stuff. My mother downloaded two apps on her iPhone called EWG and Good Guide. You scan food, detergents, ect. and they will tell you whether or not the item has toxic or cancer-causing ingredients.