I have taken a break from the written word for a while due to being all consumed with feelings of anxiety. Breaking the perpetual cycle of catastrophic thinking and restricted breath is an arduous task and I am far from reaching the solution. Morning and evening meditation, belly breathing in conjunction with green tea, has not yet halted the feeling of swimming through glue. I refuse to digest any pharmaceutical remedies as I know that I can become champion of my afflictions if I am able to step off the anxiety wheel.
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Going forward, to release myself from stinking thinking and untie the knots within my solar plexus, I have compiled a plan of action. More impressively I have SMART targeted my ultimate quest, hark me as I high five the air. Therefore, on my list are daily tasks, which to some may appear trivial however, these are for my progression and healing.
- Meditation-Continue to meditate morning and evening – On awaking and prior to sleep- to reduce the feelings of tension-To reassess every two weeks and alter meditation tools if required.
2. Exercise- to walk daily for atleast 30 minutes- ask spouse to accompany me- to reduce stress and improve breathing-Assess progress every Sunday and increase/ decrease walk duration
3. Nutrition/Hydration- to reduce weight to a healthy range and feel hydrated-plan healthy meals daily-remove all junk from temptation-commence a food journal to document and hold accountability- Assess every Sunday
I could potentially pen many more targets however, more than this and I begin to feel overwhelmed by the prospect. Beginning small and achievable will ultimately equate to success I believe. I believe- hmm, positive thoughts woman -OK, I KNOW small steps lead to SUCCESS
Day one starts now . Anyone care to join in on their own journey? What are your goals and how will you achieve them?
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I hear you! I am nearing 72. My life goal is to stay away from doctors and medications they dole out like candy. So far, so good, but being honest, I struggle to find balance (thanks A.D.D.). Of all the things you list (all my favorites too) meditation would be at the top of my list and reading the works of people that inspire me! And laughter – lots of bent-over, tear inducing, quit-stressing-for-a-moment-cause-you’re-fine-and-the-world-will-be-fine-cause-you’re-not-in-charge laughter! We’ve got this, girl!
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Thank you for your reply Linda. I have taken your advice and started reading and I really enjoyed it. It is a long time since I have read a book for relaxation, I heartily recommend it :). I also attempted to learn the keyboard last night, I found I was able to switch off my manic brain for a full hour, saying that, I don’t think my family found it so peaceful hehe xx take care and have a lovely day
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