So today is day 30 and it is amazing to me at how fast the time is passing, I feel a little bit stronger everyday and its amazing at how good I am feeling in just 30 days, this morning when I went swimming I could actually see an improvment in my strength and endurance.
I have been thinking a lot about why didn't I do this sooner, I think sometimes we lose sight of what is important and one thing that is important is our own well being. I had a great talk with my doctor the other day at a check-up and she told me this is something I will most likely be faced with my entire life, so it is important that I learn now how to overcome it. She said one thing to remember is to make it a lifestyle and to remember that doing something for you is not selfish. I think that is an important lesson to learn. That taking care of yourself is not a selfish thing at all. In fact it is unselfish especially if it means you are going to have a longer life and a better quality of life with those you love.
So my challenge to each of my friends and family is if you aren't taking some time for you, start now. Set aside time for you, and get your family on board to help. If you are married support your spouse in his or her desire to improve themselves support them and lighten their load so they can go for a walk or a run or do an exercise video, whatever it is that makes you feel good take the time.
My goal for week #4 is to eat slower, to take the time to enjoy my meals and make them last. I guess that is a good goal to go along with taking me time...
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