I couldn't believe how cool it was outside this morning. I wasn’t prepared for it to be so chilly. I didn’t run yesterday, which usually makes it more difficult for me to run the following day. But, I didn’t give myself a chance to talk myself out of it. I strapped on my running belt, put on my reflective vest and hat, kissed my husband, and walked out the door to the fresh air waiting for me. I decided to run the 2.8 mile loop today – lots of hills – But I chose to run the course where most of the loop was downhill verses uphill. I had to run/walk as usual. I’m disappointed that I’m still not able to run non-stop on my morning runs. But I have to tell myself, that I am out there. I am trying. And eventually, surely, I will get stronger.
It's not selfish to take care of yourself. It's not selfish to take care of yourself. It's not selfish to take care of yourself. And I'll say it just one more time in case you didn't hear me. It's not selfish to take care of yourself. I have found through experience that when I'm not taking care of myself, not only do I suffer but my family suffers. So ditch the mom guilt and take the time that you need! I have a tendency to keep pushing my needs aside until I reach a breaking point. We've had a very busy fun summer so far. However, I've struggled to get some quality ' me ' time to decompress. I'll spare you the meltdown that ensued. But the reality check that followed prompted me to take action.
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