WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR AUGUST 2023

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  • auntiebk
    auntiebk Posts: 2,610 Member
    edited August 2023
    Welcome @deejoan. After you bookmark the thread:8tu6r02vp9hj.jpg , click your profile pic and "Bookmarks" will list those you’ve saved.
    Kate so good to see you posting again, despite the rough year. Hope your PT gave you some warm ups to do before the stretching to make it less painful. :cry:
    Ginny “when [the legs] feel better I slide on exercises” and “My slide times are shorter now because I know it works.” Ditto. Daily-ish PT exercises keep me walking and dancing.
    Annie your father’s negative C-19 test, what a relief!
    Machka your eucalyptus flavored honey sounds like just the ticket for sweetening winter teas.
    Lisa have a care. I was immune to poison oak until I was 13, then boy oh boy did I get a horrible reaction, internal swelling, the whole shebang. Poison oak, mosquitoes and wasps, whatever was the Creator thinking? Thanks for the Aging Fears article. Good way to evict those peace of mind thieves.
    Heather :love: Johnny’s latest.
    Debbie brava for not standing and listening to the rants. Self care and good example.
    Lanette that Direct Care clinic sounds wonderful.
    Michele hooray for Vince’s “surprise” ;)
    Today’s (8/23) gratitude: Lone Ranch Beach only ten minutes’ drive away.
    08/23: Move: 2 sets PT w/x&a, line dance class, dogs to powerline, Jeopardy walking. Steps:8610
    Fuel: sugar in vs mfp=8, CI<CO net=592
    Live: Joe, readings, BP, AF, AD. reconcile checking, savings, visa, visit DS, return K’s call. Wt: 131.8 08/22: Move:ZERO sets PT stroll with T. Steps:8691
    Fuel: sugar in vs mfp=-4 CI<CO net=407
    Live: Joe, readings, BP, AF, AD . casserole-a-thon. Wt: 131.2
    08/21 corrected: Fuel: sugar in vs mfp=-6 CI<CO net=580
    Later, lighter, lovelies!
    Barbara, the Southern Oregon Coastie AHMOD x8zcp1ya37k1.gif
    2023: Be of good cheer. August: Move more, fuel better (less sugar), live NOW.
  • LisaInArkansas
    LisaInArkansas Posts: 2,874 Member
    <3
  • LisaInArkansas
    LisaInArkansas Posts: 2,874 Member
    Ginny - tried to answer your question, but their algorithm told me my comment had to be "approved," I assume because I mentioned someplace on the 'net that isn't MFP. Sorry.

    Lisa
  • margaretturk
    margaretturk Posts: 5,249 Member
    I looked up how to help to learn how to breathe using your diaphragm. There were many good tips. It did say it can help with abdominal bloat, so my instincts were right about my friend. There are some underlying health conditions if you are unable to breathe from your diaphragm... gall bladder is one and a hernia is another. It is a muscle so like any muscle there are ways to do exercises to strengthen it. If you are interested you look up how to breathe from your diaphragm. If you have COPD or severe anxiety it did say you should have your doctor help you with learning how to do it so if you struggle to learn it your anxiety will not increase. Again it is one health habit to add to other habits that can improve your health.
  • myvt9v4crh
    myvt9v4crh Posts: 391 Member
    Allie—Enjoy your trip! I hope you’ll enjoy every minute. ❤️

    Katla in Illinois
  • teklawa1
    teklawa1 Posts: 678 Member
    Allie, have a wonderful time. We'll all enjoy hearing the details about your cruise. Your nails are lovely.

    Barbie, exciting to meet your maybe "new" dog. I love that you're rescuing your new family member.

    Machka, you and your husband make a handsome couple. Happy Anniversary.

    Betsy in NW WA
  • Whidislander
    Whidislander Posts: 3,784 Member
    margaretturk wrote: »
    Does anyone have tips on how to teach someone how to breathe from the diaphragm? When I got together with my friend she had put weight on around her middle. I told her that if she could learn to breathe from her diaphragm that would be part of the process to help her. I modeled the breathing for her but she says she is unable to do it. When you breathe from your diaphragm it calms you. Being in that calm state does many good things for your attitude and your body. I think being a singer is part of why I am able to easily breathe from my diaphragm. At the painting group on Monday I got a compliment from the woman next to me she told me I exude calm. I have not always been like this.

    My choir director taught me how to breathe from my diaphragm. Kind of like sipping air thru a straw, while tightening the muscles in my belly. Singing from my diaphragm feels like my core is helping to support the sound coming out. I know my abdomen is really firm! Does that help? I don't practice breathing as often as I should.
    Rebecca
    Whidbey
    Wa
  • Whidislander
    Whidislander Posts: 3,784 Member
    Allie Safe travels, enjoy every moment!
    Rebecca
    Whidbey
    Wa
  • Whidislander
    Whidislander Posts: 3,784 Member
    Machka Very lovely place! You two make quite the classy couple.💖🤗 The glam of jewelry perfect! Glad you had a nice time.
    Rebecca
    Whidbey
    Wa
  • bwcetc
    bwcetc Posts: 2,826 Member
    Allie ... have a great time on the cruise!

    Machka ... Happy Anniversary! You and your husband look great!

    Beth
  • kevrit
    kevrit Posts: 4,296 Member
    Recommended exercise: cardio 5 days 30 min 13/23
    Strength all muscles 2 x 1/8 a week
    Flexible (yoga, stretching) 1/8 a week 10 min
    Balance 5 days 10 min 3/20


    2023- Altruistic August

    Word of the year: appreciate. Today I appreciate books.



    Meditation: daily. 20/31 (82%(started Feb)(94%,100%, 74%, 93%,100%)

    Walking and exercising slowed down because of record heat this month. Had bad asthma attack sending me to ER.

    1. cut back drinking and limit to 2 days a week. 7/8–(100%,100%,0%,0%,0%,0%,0%)
    2. Average 7,000 steps a week. 5418,4157,6745,7029 (7,700,100%-9851,100%-9526,100%-9,559,100%, -8347,100%—7465,100%—6328,90%)
    3. Update budget every 2 weeks 3/2 —(100%,100%,100%,100%,100%, 100%.100%)
    4. Contact close family every week (4x) 174/208—(100%,100%,100%,50%, 83%, 100%, 100%)should be 154 by September 1)
    5. Contact Donat and sibs once a month (8x)71/94 (100%,100%,100%,100%,100%,100%,100%,100%)
    6. Weigh less last day of month compared to first until I reach 140. Start at 178.6,176,174.2,173.4,175.4,174,175.6 (100%,100%,100%,0%,100%,100%,0%)
    7. Develop a journaling practice by aiming to journal at least 5 days a week. 13/22 (100%,88%,100%,100%,100%,93%,100%)
    8. Read 12 books at least this year. 31/12 (100%)
    9. Pay off credit card debt by January 2024 by making monthly payments to NDR/Reach Financial 8/12—(100%.100%,100%,100%,100%,100%,100%)
    10. Continue building emergency fund at SLFCU (min$25 a month)$25+$25+$71+700+25+25 +25+25 (100%,100%,100%,100%,100%,100%,100%)
    11. April started putting 4% on income in savings. 700,200,200, 107, 157,(100%,100%,100%,100%)

    January Met —100%
    February met —-90%
    March met met —-90%
    April met——86.36%
    May met——-89%
    June met—-99%
    July met — met 81%
    August met
    September met
    October met —
    November met—
    December met—


    1. Set an intention to be kind to others (and yourself) this month. I plan to be kind to people I meet and to myself. Not just this month but all the time. It may not be every time, but I will try.
    2. Send an uplifting message to someone you can’t be with. I will text my best friend who lives in Michigan, and my friend that lives in NY. Did this
    3. Be kind and supportive to everyone you interact with. I did this!
    4. Ask someone how they feel and really listen to their reply. I plan to try to remember to do this. Done!
    5. Spend time wishing for other people to be happy and well. Will meditate and do this through a loving-kindness meditation.
    6. Smile and be friendly to the people you see today. Will do!
    7. Give time to help a project or cause you care about. I volunteer at Bottomless Lakes State park and also belong to the ‘Friends of’ group and am on the board as secretary. Does this count?
    8. Make some tasty food for someone who will appreciate it. My DH does all the cooking. Perhaps i will look for something KETO to cook. Otherwise, we give food to our co-host often.
    9. Thank someone you’re grateful to and tell them why. I will!
    10. Check in with someone who may be lonely or feeling anxious. Checked in with my son.
    11. Share an encouraging news story to inspire others. Did this at ER when the diagnosis was given.
    12. Contact a friend to let them know you’re thinking of them. Did this yesterday and will do again today.
    13. No plans day! Be kind to yourself so you can be kind to others too. I need the rest!
    14. Take an actions to be kind to nature and care for our planet. Will do! Need to de-stress!
    15. If someone annoys you, be kind. Imagine how they may be feeling. I will try to put myself in the other person’s shoes. Did this again last night with a camper.
    16. Make a thoughtful gift as a surprise for someone. Will have to think about this! Did not do this. :(
    17. Be kind online. Share positive and supportive comments. Will do!
    18. Today, do something to make life easier for someone else. I did try to accommodate a camper.
    19. Be thankful for your food and the people who make it possible. I am.
    20. Look for the good in everyone you meet today. Sometimes that is hard but I am getting better at it. Maybe not right away but after I thought about the person’s reactions and what could cause it.
    21. Donate unused items, clothes, or food to help a local charity. I will have to think on this. Not planning on going to town today. Did not do this.
    22. Give people the gift of your full attention. I will try.
    23. Share an article, book, or podcast you find helpful. I do when I find something useful.
    24. Forgive someone who hurt you in the past. This one is hard. I will try to forgive my father.
    25. Give your time, energy, or attention to someone in need.
    26. Find a way to ‘pay it forward’ or support a good cause.
    27. Notice when someone is down and try to brighten his day. (My DH’s birthday. He always gets depressed on this day. Worse this year as he turns 70 today).
    28. Have a friendly chat with someone you don’t know very well.
    29. Do something kind to help in your local community.
    30. Give away something to those who don’t have as much as you.
    31. Share Action for Happiness with other people today.

    RVRita in Roswell, NM

    The best predictor of the future or future behavior is the past. If until this point the relationships, hobby, friendship, job, etc. has not served you in any positive regard, it likely won't in the future.
    — YALDA SAFAI, MD, MPH
    A Word From Verywell
    Sunk cost fallacy can be tricky to wrap your head around, and it’s not without nuance. For more clarity in these complex decision-making moments, completely disregard how much you’ve already invested so that it doesn’t hold influence. Then, look at the facts.
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    Are you satisfied? Have you repeatedly been met with dead ends? Is there still potential for a positive outcome if you continue investing your resources and energy? What are the benefits of walking away and opening a new door? These are the factors that should influence your decision rather than any previously sunk costs.
  • pipcd34
    pipcd34 Posts: 17,240 Member
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  • barbiecat
    barbiecat Posts: 17,188 Member
    :)Machka, You and your hubby look awesome--a perfect pair for that lovely venue.

  • GodMomKim
    GodMomKim Posts: 3,703 Member
    Just curious Carol.... Why open the basement door and not the doors to the outside? I would have wanted that OUT not just stuck in the basement!
    Squirrels can carry some yucky diseases. You may want to get an exterminator's help.
  • 1948CWB
    1948CWB Posts: 1,587 Member
    edited August 2023
    Kim ~ The garage is in the basement so we thought if DH opened the garage door he would leave. We couldn't catch him to put him out the front door. Only problem is that DH is reluctant to leave the garage door open for any period of time. Don't ask me why he thinks the way he does. I will never understand and I had no say in the matter. :):#

    Allie ~ Have fun and stay safe! Is your friend going with you?

    Off to dye my hair which I hate to do almost as bad as taking a shower!

    Carol in GA
  • 1948CWB
    1948CWB Posts: 1,587 Member
    Rosa ~ Welcome! What a cute photo of you! Your autoimmune diet sounds very strict. I personally would have a difficult time following it because I love my coffee and wine in the evening. I could stay away from sweets but like salty crunchy things. Thus I have gained 30 lbs since I was in my 50's. Turned 75 in August.

    Carol in GA

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