Good news, I’m feeling much better today. Pretty excited to start being more productive, here’s to not getting sick again.
This morning started out with an awesome Breakfast! I’ve been wanting to switch things up every now and again. So I tried out a new breakfast bake and it worked out wonderfully.
I’ll share that with you all later on this week.
{ a new Breakfast bake, obviously toppings were added after the photo }
Some days I notice that I get really lost in my own thoughts. It feels like I need to constantly be doing things. We live in a world that constantly relies on entertainment.
Rarely, can we let it be and just appreciate the goodness and the beauty that is out there all around us. Our minds are always focused on the next best thing.
We lose appreciation for the small moments in life, instead looking forward to bigger and better things.
{ I’ve made it a point to spend at least an hour away from the computer, phone, any distractions and grabbing a book, a cup of tea, and a notebook and just writing. It’s good for the soul to do things your passionate about. }
Being present is still something I struggle with.
As much as I spend worrying, and putting far too much focus on trivial thoughts, I’m really missing out on things I could be enjoying.
Reconnecting to my body and mind once in a while is so beneficial, it leaves me feeling balanced but not overbalanced.
It feels like I focus too much on trying to find the perfect balance. Which we all know, is never possible.
{ a little deconstructed “pudding” with coconut oil, almond butter, pumpkin, 1/2 a banana }
My mind and body argue against one another. Taking too much time thinking what “can/can’t I eat today”.
Meals and snacks don’t come from intuition, rather by what I’ve already had or what I plan to have. Instead of enjoying the act of eating and nourishing my body, I end up not being satisfied because I can’t go with the flow.
It becomes draining to have a perfectly balanced plate all the time. I’ve been able to sway from these thoughts some of the time, but I’ll admit they frequent my mind more than I’d like them to.
{ It’s easy to simplify Dinner, when you have leftover parsnip and sweet potato soup leftover from the night before }
Now, I’m making more of an effort to leave this thinking behind.
Focus on being in the present, giving my body nourishment, movement and thoughts it desires.
Giving appreciation to small things that make me happy through the day and making my life a lot less complicated. I want to do my best at simplifying my life.
Simplify thoughts, food, information, and disconnect from the internet to enjoy life offline more. I’m going to stop making things so complicated and simply be.
How do you simplify your life when you feel overwhelmed?
Do you tend to over-think things?
What are some simple things making you smile today?
Have a terrific Tuesday!!
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I can’t wiat for that breakfast bake!
I tend to over-simplify things… weird, huh? I think I get so busy that I gloss over things that I should be taking more time on.
Sometimes when I get super busy I do that same! I try my best not to though.
I really need to take your lead and step away from technology more often. I am on my computer in the morning before work, on the computer most of the day during work, and I am on my phone and computer several hours each night. It is definitely technology overload. I think I would be doing myself and my mental health some good by being more mindful about stepping away from technology for a greater period of time during the day. This would certainly help me to reconnect more with people and with myself. Plus, what’s not to love about cozying up with a nice good book?? Thanks for the reminder
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That’s how I felt with technology, just sort of overloaded by it all, since I’m around it most of the day.
It’s tough but you get used to it!
And yep, curling up with a book and some tea is pretty much better anyways:)
I’m always outta balance
Glad to hear you’re feeling better, Lisa!
I remember meal times being an absolute nightmare when I was trying to ensure that they were perfectly balanced all the time. I’m so, so glad to have left that behind… and I think the thing that helped me most was just straight up frustration. I got pissed off at how much time and happiness it took away from me, and that frustration became strong enough to quieten the nagging anxieties that I had. Get mad, Lisa – like really ticked off
You deserve better than that, so don’t let goofy thoughts steal your happiness from you… especially since they have no logical grounding – I promise that nothing bad will happen if you don’t analyze things so much. I’ve been doing it for a good long while now and nothing bad has happened… quite the opposite actually!
You’re right I need to get angry! That’s what my Mom says too!
Hah. I think anger is tough for me to express even in myself because I grew up with a very anger centred life as a child, so I tend to never ever get angry. I think it’s just a fear of anger now. Which I’m of course working on, because everyone gets a little mad sometimes;)
And you’re also right about these thoughts stealing my happiness, time to win those happy thoughts back!
being present is a tough one, I feel you on that. being in the moment is something I need to work on. i like how you do an hour for time away, that is a great practice to stick to
It’s definitely tough, but each time you practice it gets easier!
Oh that book looks really good! And I love the idea of disconnecting a little. I really need to work on that!
It’s a really great book!
I think it’s great that you’re taking the time to have some ‘you’ time. I am trying to unplug at night and read in bed rather than read blogs, watch tv, etc.
It’s a tough habit to break but I know it will be better for me in the long run
Exactly my thoughts Karla!
I have completely lost what my body is actually craving for a meal. I go back and forth between what is “right”. I try to channel in to what I REALLY want to eat but it isn’t even there anymore. OR I always wonder if I want it because it’s the “healthy” thing to eat or something I “should” be eating to nourish my body. No matter WHAT I put into my body, I always just question it. It’s a pain in the butt.
In other words, I get frustrated every time I get hungry lol and I’m thankful to have Elmo because he just makes me smile
It’s so hard to get back to eating what our bodies are craving, especially after on ED. Annoying, but it gets better with time!
I WISH I could focus on unplugging. I seriously think I have an addiction to technology… it’s bad. Everything I do with school though is usually online.. and if it’s not, I find myself procrastinating the heck out of studying ONLINE. haha
Haha, I feel you! I had the hardest time just breaking away for a short amount of time, because I use it for everythingggg. Now, it’s easier though;)
Overthinking is my life. I have had trouble sleeping for years, because as soon as I shut my eyes my head turns into a whirlpool. Meditation does help a bit, but I have a feeling it’s something I’m just going to have to learn to live with.
When I’m feeling overwhelmed I go for a walk, without my phone or any music, and sometimes my dog, and just take everything in. Either that or I ride my bike for a bit.
I used to plan all my meals in advance, and make sure everything was balanced, but after being away from home I’ve been able to completely relax around food, and in return I’m healthier than ever.
I’ve had the exact same sleep troubles Alouise! Meditation certainly helps, but I also feel I’ll have to just “learn to live with it”.
Those are great ideas for when you’re overwhelmed! I always wish I had a dog, so that I can just clear my head on a walk;)
Being present and “in the moment” is something that I’m trying to work on! I’m definitely guilty of needing to be entertained at every minute of the day, too. Reading is the perfect way to unwind at night!
This is such a refreshing reminder–and one that needs to be said more often. I think our society encourages us to think one step ahead, rather than savoring the now. Media screams “you can have this IF/WHEN…” rather than saying “be thankful what you have NOW.” And gosh, we have so much, don’t we? Yet it never seems like enough because we trick ourselves into thinking there’s always something bigger and better out there. I think technology plays into this in a big way–when we’re plugged into other people’s lives, how are we supposed to focus and appreciate our own? It’s hard!
I’ve found that the only real way for me to relax is to completely disconnect from media. When I travel abroad, or take a camping trip, my body, mind and spirit are in harmony. I’m still searching for ways to find that same peace in the midst of a big city!
Love this post, Lisa, and love you even more!! <3
Right! It kills me, I often think oh my gosh, I’m not doing enough, I’m not overwhelmed enough, blah, blah. Which is really quite ridiculous and leads me to other unhealthy behaviours anyways.
It’s definitely a tough balance! You’re right, the only way for me to escape this is just disconnect from any social media.
Miss you!!!
Love that you are spending an hour a day away from computer etc. sounds like a nice thing to do!!!
Oh my beautiful friend it’s so very true that our minds ALWAYS must be busy! Seriously I can’t even stand the few minutes it takes me to fall asleep each night, I’m like ok body, get me to sleep and to the morning so I don’t have to just sit here. Bleh! If only it were easier for us to stop and savor the simple. I think getting away from the technology is a good idea. I’ve been making ane ffort not to feel obligated to someone contacting me via phone. I’ll be in bed reading and get a text. I think “Ugh I SO don’t want to answer this and text right now.” and then I do. WHY?! I feel obligated for some reason! So I’ve been working on just ignoring my phone and continuing on. After I finish my reading I will answer the text…or just go to bed and answer it later
Ah, exactly! I feel the same friend!
I think that’s great to let go of those “obligations” you feel regarding social media, texting, etc. Sometimes we just need to do what is right for us, instead of pleasing others:) It will always be there later!