Hello
All ~
I
would say that my physical well being in an 8.
My BMI indicates I am slightly overweight and I could stand to lose 10
pounds. I have recently (within the last
18 months) quit smoking, eliminated aspartame from my diet, tried to
significantly reduce the amount of processed foods my family consumes, gone
mostly organic with fruits, veggies and dairy products and buy mostly locally
raised meats, and committed to a regular exercise routine. My goal started about 2 years ago, when my
Husband and I decided that our family needed to be make healthier choices. We realized that our habits were crucial in
informing the lifelong habits of our Daughters.
To assist us in reaching our goal of a healthier lifestyle, we have
started walking and hiking more, being conscious of what we eat, and continually
motivate and encourage each other along our journey.
Spiritually
I would also rate myself at an 8. I know
that religion is not the only way to measure spirituality, but for my Family,
belonging to an open and affirming Church, the United Church of Christ, has
brought religion to the forefront of our spirituality. To see my daughters involved in the choir and
youth group, my husband and myself volunteering at bean suppers, and having a
community of people that are truly open-minded and accepting of everyone’s
beliefs, has brought the Church back into my life. The goal I to set for myself about 5 years
ago, was to find a Church that would do exactly that. To be more of a spiritual person, I have also
started to incorporate Yoga and meditation into my life.
I
would rate my mental well being at a 7.
I try to stay as positive as possible and not sweat the small stuff, but
I have to admit that I am human, and that is not always possible. I try to incorporate relaxation and
stress-releasing techniques into my daily routine and I do manage to stay
positive for a while. Then life seems to
get in the way, and I tend to get busier and busier and I have less time for
“Me”. When I let it overwhelm me, I can
see a negative attitude try to take hold and bring me down. The goal I have set is to try to recognize
when this is happening and not fall into negative cycle.
I
really enjoyed the relaxation exercise, The
Crime of the Century, I was able to concentrate and
really put aside all my thoughts and truly relax.
Peace,
~
Cheryl
I think it is awesome that you and your husband made lifestyle changes that affect your entire family. I agree that your daughters will grow up knowing how to care for themselves and their furture families. You mentioned your church...isn't it great to be a part of a church that is an extention of one big family. My church family has always been a huge support for me.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Tennille
Me and my daughter also started a healthy lifestyle change last year. I'm overweight and my blood pressure is to high, but through a change in diet and exercise by the end of last year I was down 30lbs this years goal is 50 and to get off some of this medication I am on. It takes time and dedication to reach your goals and I am sure with the fact you are doing this with the whole family you will get to were you want to be. Good luck.
ReplyDeleteDonna
Hi Cheryl,
ReplyDeleteI think that your family is on a great path. You have already made so many lifetime changes. Good for you! I will be 50 in less than a year and I have 2 adult biological sons. Some years ago, I adopted a family members 3 children and it changed my life in so many ways. I plan to also make some changes with our eating habits, exercise and spiritually.