May Self-Care Challenge
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Today and yesterday my inlaws have been in town - no time for sleep, much less intentional self care! But they are fit healthy people and we went for a walk on the Greenline and saw a speckled king snake sunning itself.
Then went to a restaurant for dinner and they had live music - the worst live music ever. I was sitting with my back to the stage and at first thought three different people were warming up playing three different songs in three different keys, but it was actually a single completely tone deaf person singing and playing two instruments at the same time. I think we all had gradually dawning looks of disbelief on our faces. Finished up quickly and managed to get outside before collapsing with laughter. I strongly support live music and believe anyone brave enough to perform in public should be encouraged... but this dude, wow. MIL says, "He gave us a good laugh, bless his heart." Husband says, "I think it's the ultimate trick for a one man band to play like three different people... who have never met each other." I have left out details to protect his anonymity. Laughing so hard you cry isn't something you can arrange to do on purpose but it's a great form of self care to take unexpectedly bad experiences and see the humor in them!4 -
Got up early and watched the Royal Wedding. How beautiful. Will clean today which is self care. I feel stresse when things are cluttered. Xo5
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Did hydro massage today6
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Yesterday I went for a walk in the back field with my dog. It was a beautiful morning just to be able to walk around the farm and to enjoy what you work for and be grateful for what we have. Walked for 50 min. got 2.5 miles in.
Today I walked on the treadmill for 30min. for almost 2 miles in. It rained this morning so I decided to hit the treadmill. Plan on going fishing with my youngest son this afternoon.
I hope everyone has a good day.4 -
- 10 km walk and said hi to a few friends.
- Played with my new iPad and pencil and discovered some awesome new brushes in Procreate.
- Bleached the collar of my ski jacket and it's now as new so I saved myself $70 by not buying one instead from Aldi this week.
- Tidied up, put away laundry, washed sheets.
- Pootled about on the puter.
- Wrote a long post about de-cluttering at a forum I've been on for 13 years.
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May 19
Practiced gratitude. Remembered the ways that I am so lucky!5 -
Gonna try and go for a walk today4
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Just like @JulieAL1969 My self-care today is organizational, which reduces the chatter in my brain ...
1) Prepping vegetables so they are ready to go later today and the next couple of days (and so I know what I need to replenish)
2) preparing bowls of cleaned leafy greens for quick grab salads the next few days
3) laundry day
4) organizing my ToDo list so I tackle most important 1-2 items each day M-F
Reward: 20 minutes painting-doodling
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Cleaned out 4 of 8 gardens today and had lots of time to reflect on what I want out of life, what I want to change and what I love just the way it is. I’m feeling peaceful, motivated, and focused going forward.3
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Went jogging and walking on a beautiful path in the woods. Cooked some things for my lunch this week. Just finished a 30 minutes meditation. All is well.2
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Monday, so not as much time for me, but enough.
- 6 km recovery run.
- 2 km walk to work.
- 2 km walk at lunch.
- Walk home.
- A few jobs done in preparation for being Run Director at parkrun on Saturday.
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Good Monday, morning all!
This morning I'm meeting my childhood buddy at the park to get some walking in and for girl time. This afternoon if it's not raining I plan to do yard and garden work that I didn't get done yesterday.5 -
today I woke up early and went to the gym but it was SOOOOOOOOOOOO hard but now im grateful I did and after work ill go get my hair cut.5
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Worked out after work. Stopped to get a veggie juice at a new juice bar that opened. Cooked a simple chicken dinner and have my feet up relaxing.3
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Still here! I don't know how my in-laws do it, they are both seniors and they can run me into the ground. After our weekend they were driving 7 hrs back home where he had a work meeting and she had to give a presentation the same day! I'm an introvert and spending that much time with people, even people I love, wears me to a frazzle.
Saturday's self care was a nice long walk at the park, and Sunday's was taking a much-needed day of rest. I feel better today! I forgot to make my iced tea last night, so this morning's indulgence was hot tea with milk, which made me feel very British, so I kicked back, put my feet up, and watched the video of the royal wedding, which we were too busy to see this weekend. Got all sentimental about my own wedding, which will have been 25 years in August, and realized I have now lost enough weight that I could fit into my dress again! How cool is that?5 -
rheddmobile wrote: »Still here! I don't know how my in-laws do it, they are both seniors and they can run me into the ground. After our weekend they were driving 7 hrs back home where he had a work meeting and she had to give a presentation the same day! I'm an introvert and spending that much time with people, even people I love, wears me to a frazzle.
Saturday's self care was a nice long walk at the park, and Sunday's was taking a much-needed day of rest. I feel better today! I forgot to make my iced tea last night, so this morning's indulgence was hot tea with milk, which made me feel very British, so I kicked back, put my feet up, and watched the video of the royal wedding, which we were too busy to see this weekend. Got all sentimental about my own wedding, which will have been 25 years in August, and realized I have now lost enough weight that I could fit into my dress again! How cool is that?
Yes, the wedding was lovely and such an enjoyable few hours from reality. Awesome about fitting in your dress!!2 -
Great idea! Starting a little late but going to give it a try for the rest of the month!6
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Gym today. Felt good to get back into routine4
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Today, I'm taking my parents to the doctor. Hoping to get some me time this afternoon. And maybe I will stop by the salon to get my feet pampered. They need it after working in the garden yesterday barefooted.4
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Wow! so many good posts that i just caught up on! I went on a mini road trip with my best friend! exploring small towns in Montana is one of my favorite things to do, so we spent the long weekend doing just that!
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so for may - so far - massage, yoga, good food - me time - could be more - but could be worst.4
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May 21:
Funny as it sounds, but SO much fun, I had organizing & decluttering fun yesterday. Cleared out things we hadn’t been using and took them over to drop off station. Glassware, bandaid/first aid supplies, bags & purses... so random!
I feel SO relaxed as I have the things we need at hand. I can see the Light at the end of the tunnel!!
Oh, and I also watched a movie!!! 5 -
Long-time lurker here. (I've learned so much from this discussion board--and have had many of my former misconceptions tested. Thanks.) Anyway, I've enjoyed reading this thread and would love to participate. Day 1 for me: Because I made crepes last night, I decided to repeat the recipe this afternoon, on my day off no less. Lately, if I cook at all, I cook for two, but it felt good and self-care-y to cook something somewhat elaborate for a solo afternoon.8
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May 22
On impulse, I popped into a clothing boutique sure that nothing would fit. I bought my first “thin” dress, “thin” jacket, and “thin sweater.” The amazing thing was I had seen 2 of them in the window display & immediately thought, “No way.” And the dress was on a dress form- same thing - no way. They all fit perfectly & are beautiful.
I will now be able to be more ruthless with my very old, too large clothing. I may alter some of them that are still beloved & in good shape. I learned from someone who lost weight & has kept it off a long time that it helps if your new clothes really fit more snuggly. So, that’s my plan!7 -
6 km run yesterday, and a lot of walking.
6 km walk this morning.
Tonight I'm going to a world record event for stargazing.
Australia is trying to get the most people ever stargazing (specifically tonight looking at the moon with telescopes or binoculars) at one time, between 8 and 9 pm tonight. There are gatherings all over the country. Going to be so cool!7 -
Great Post Joining late -- saying "no" and putting my son and I first ... for our own well being. 4
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6 km run yesterday, and a lot of walking.
6 km walk this morning.
Tonight I'm going to a world record event for stargazing.
Australia is trying to get the most people ever stargazing (specifically tonight looking at the moon with telescopes or binoculars) at one time, between 8 and 9 pm tonight. There are gatherings all over the country. Going to be so cool!
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MadisonMolly2017 wrote: »May 22
On impulse, I popped into a clothing boutique sure that nothing would fit. I bought my first “thin” dress, “thin” jacket, and “thin sweater.” The amazing thing was I had seen 2 of them in the window display & immediately thought, “No way.” And the dress was on a dress form- same thing - no way. They all fit perfectly & are beautiful.
I will now be able to be more ruthless with my very old, too large clothing. I may alter some of them that are still beloved & in good shape. I learned from someone who lost weight & has kept it off a long time that it helps if your new clothes really fit more snuggly. So, that’s my plan!
That's a lovely thing!1 -
Not a lot of time today for self care. But put lotion on my feet before bed and meditated as I was falling asleep.5
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Yesterday, I treated myself to lunch and had a pedicure. Today I have a lot to do. I have already been to the barn and feed and watered the chickens.3
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