Physical Health

Seeings how Catherine is going to be teaching you all the basics about self worth, I thought you might enjoy hearing how I have been personally influenced by some of the advice she and I will be giving you. This week, Catherine and I have decided to focus on physical health and how it plays a big role in one's mental and emotional well being.

Story Time!

My first love broke up with me February 6th. At first, I convinced myself I was okay and pretended like nothing happened, but I got much much worse over the next few days. That first weekend without him was the toughest. I spent the afternoon curled up in a blanket, surrounded by 20 or so Beanie Babies just crying watching Alice in Wonderland. After taking a good look at myself, I realized I needed to do something that didn't involve wallowing in self pity. So, I forced myself to get up and exercise. A couple of 20 pound dumbbells and really crappy dubstep were apparently just what I needed to put a smile on my face. I felt so much better- I had more confidence in my physical abilities, I didn't feel like I was wasting my time doing nothing, and all the exercise released "happy chemicals" in my brain that naturally changed my mood. After that, whenever I started to miss him, I put on some music and did a few bicep curls. This was the best way to cope with the pain and get immediate gratification, but there were other steps I took to reconnect with myself and become content with who I am. I'll be sure to discuss those later. Until then, happy living!