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Amanda Cash
Strangely enough, ever since I began this 31 day challenge, I have been one big ball of high-strung stressed out mess. I feel like pulling my hair out and every little thing causes me to almost lose it. My poor family has taken the brunt of my frustration more times than I can count, and each time I lose it, I have to go back, tail between my legs, and apologize for being a jerk. I don't think the stress has to do with the 31 day challenge--but I do think that making those healthy habits a regular part of my life will have a LOT to do with relieving it and helping me be a normal, functional person again.
I am happy to report that I completed #26 on my list, getting contacts. Yay! I have been wearing glasses (no contacts) for about 2 years and although I love my glasses, it's summer and sometimes a girl just needs some sunglasses.
#1, wholesome home-cooked dinners 4 nights a week, we are well on our way to achieving this week. I have done 3 dinners this week and I foresee at least one or two more tonight and tomorrow. It's just the discipline of planning ahead and grocery shopping (which I HATE) that is the hard part.
#6, taking my kids outside to play, has also been easy. It's been gorgeous and hot around here and it's hard NOT to get outside. #7, turning off the TV, goes hand-in-hand with that, and that has been really nice too. This morning, rather than listening to Matt & Meredith & Al on the Today Show while I ate my cereal and cleaned up around the living room, I listened to the silence of the house, the birds outside, and I felt a little bit of peace!
So I'm still working on de-stressing. I hate feeling out of control of my actions & emotions. Tomorrow I am planning to stay home with the kids, get stuff done around the house, and relax.
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2 comments:
Take a deep breath :)
Came across your blog. Went through something similar in my thirties. It was a turning point in my life, thankfully for the better. The secret is in letting go of fear, anger, or doubt. Blessings are around each and every corner. We need only anticipate them. Of course, the "deep breath" idea works just as well. All the best to you and yours.
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