Today I am remembering that my activity level is directly linked to my depression. If I want to stay THIS side of happy, I need to move my body! Walking in the morning is just not enough of a workout. So, dancing restarts again tomorrow!
And, why share here? Â Well, I could really use some encouragement and accountability. Â Surely I’m not the only at home mom who struggles with making yourself and your needs a priority?! Anyone? Â Bueller? Bueller?
So not alone here! And, I have a hard time scheduling exercise with my varied teaching times from day to day.
No Kidding! I just had to sit at my calendar and block it all out (work, working out, meal prep, homework helping, homeschool) it’s just ridiculous! BUT I need to remember how GOOD I feel and how BAD I feel right now! 🙁 But hopefully 🙂 soon!
Hi Amy. Boy, I hear ya…so been there! For years chronic pain (Lupus & Fibromyalgia) dug me a HUGE hole of depression. A couple years ago I decided I’d had enough. I began an exercise program that I love (Slim in 6 by Beachbody)…this helped me immensely…mentally & physically (I’m down 50lbs). Moving our bodies helps so much…mentally, physically & SPIRITUALLY! It’s still a day by day process, but today I am off ALL of my Lupus meds (16, including oral Chemo) and life looks very different! I am beyond grateful for where God has me today! Love you lady! Praying for you!!! HUGS!!!
THANK YOU for replying! It is so great to hear from people who’ve been there, done that and are THRIVING!
You know you are the 2nd person to mention Beachbody to me today. I don’t really understand what it is – a community or a sales portal?
I would love to share! It has helped me so much. Feel free to FB message me or call. Would love to assist & support in any way I can! 🙂 I’ll message you my phone #.
@Knitnmom I struggle with it as well and have found exercise really helps tremendously.