so happy you are here. The gym over Christmas cocktails is definitely a win 
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Since it was for work, it’s not always that easy, or my choice. Sometimes I have the obligation to go. Since I have told people around me that I quit, my boss is one of the persons that knows, and was alright with it (I hope!)
And yes, 44 days is not that long, but hey… almost 6 weeks in after 4 years of trying to make a change! Thanks for your always kind words!
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I love the big milestones but I’ve been focusing on how every day is such a big thing 
you are doing a great job. I still haven’t told my boss but thankfully he’s a man of few words when it comes to that stuff haha
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I lifted some weights today. I wore a new tshirt instead of forever wearing the same five things and always keeping everything “for good”. I didn’t drink that last coffee I kinda wanted. I worked my ass off at work and made folks happy and provide for myself and my dogs. I ate a lot, which I need. I drank a lot of water. I cleaned and respected my body. I tried to interrupt my shaming thoughts. Listened to a beautiful podcast. Will connect with HP before sleep. 
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I go to movement englewood! hope u can find a place to climb wherever you are now. In my opinion it is the best activity you can do for physical and mental health. It is an amazing workout for the body and brain. I find the mental confidence gained from climbing carries over well into daily life. Often when I’m faced with a difficult situation during my day I just think well that’s not as hard as 5.12!! And check the cal burn on my fitbit from a 2 hour session tonite
Bye for now…
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Not to derail from the purpose of this thread but this screenshot is ridiculous!! 
What a calorie burn, fucking wow!!
John, you must come to the gym selfies thread. We need you over there!
This is true. I’m a big fan of using more old fashioned swears these days, stuff my Grampy used to say. ‘Pillock’ is my personal favourite atm, a less severe and light hearted way of calling someone an idiot.
Thank you for the invite! I will post on that thread after my next session.
Have a great day all, and be good to yourself!
Bye for now…
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How am I taking care of myself today?
Step one; no booze and cigarettes, day 48 
Step two; weekend starts here for me!
It’s 8:00 pm right now, just had a nice bath, face mask, good music, some candles, and now I’m gonna cook something nice for dinner!
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This sounds so nice! 
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How am I taking care of myself today?
I went to work (for me being reliable and responsible is taking care of my mental health)
I didn’t use or drink
I will have nice hot shower soon and a good rest so I can be prepared for another day tmrw
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I’m going to post about what i did yesterday/today.
I stuck to my 2 coffees rule.
I didn’t do yoga (my back had been especially painful recently so I needed a break).
I changed my bed sheets.
I did laundry.
I played video games online with my friend and laughed more than I remember doing so in a long while. It was so good to have fun conversation and play games rather than all the endless serious ones. I have struggled with that balance recently, I’ve been doing a fair amount of doomsdaying.
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How did I take care of myself today?
Step 1 - no booze and cigarettes 
Step 2 - got my new glasses from the optician, I can finally see properly again! 
Step 3 - Nice poke bowl & Diet Coke for lunch
Step 4 - now reading a book and having a nice cup of tea! 🫖 
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Great thread, Rosa.
I’ve had too much to eat in the past two days (yesterday and today), so I can’t say I’m taking care of myself 
Anyhow, I started an 88 water fast to detox my system.
Now I’m enjoying some very light reading on my mom’s couch while she and my son are repeating a couple of his school lessons. The dog is keeping me company - he is the one that is always taking very good care of himself :-)))
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Mondays mean weekly chores (especially since I need to catch up on some from last week) which will help me with some down in the dumps feelings that are sticking around longer than I’d like. The activity and having a clean, tidy home, both. I also have plans to cook something hearty for dinner tonight, since I haven’t fed myself well enough, either. Trying to get the week off on a good foot!
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Glad someone is getting the week started off on the right foot! I’m feeling all left-footed today. Totally unmotivated. Last night I made a list of tasks to do today, but nothing is getting done. I’m going to grant myself a lazy, do-nothing day today. I will justify this by saying I don’t get the chance often to just spend a day being fully unproductive.
Bye for now…
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Those days are important sometimes, I’m glad you’re going with the flow. That was my whole weekend 
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Went way out of my comfort zone and had a private yoga class. Contacted a friend with whom i spent some quality time, making a beach walk. Picked up juggling, ordered myself a new set of juggling balls.
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A little retrospect here, but I slept in yet again and I feel rested after a week of just sleeping as much as I needed to and trying not to feel guilty about it. I’m going to clean my kitchen and maybe make some cookies! I’m getting enough water in and will have some tasty leftovers. And this is reminding me to take my vitamins. 
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Today I have few expectations or plans and am just enjoying the day with my husband. I postponed our holiday meal until I feel more up to it rather than stressing and pushing through it - one benefit from it being just us for the holiday. That’s how I’m taking care of myself today, for sure.
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