Changing your mindset about movement
Something I've been thinking about a lot recently is how we move about our lives. Not just to stay in shape. But all the ways in which we move our bodies and how these things can hurt us or help us get stronger and thrive.
I used to think that all physical movement was good for me at all times. Even when I was exhausted, I pushed myself to go on a run or workout. I still do this sometimes today!
I have learned through the recovery process from being in a constant state of fight or flight and also from healing from a stroke that this is not always the case.
We can experience the most growth and healing from our time at rest and this is when our muscles actually grow.
Not letting ourselves rest can actually make us weaker and more susceptible to sickness.
Also, for women, there is the added bonus of our cycle and I now know that there are certain times for certain types of movement and certain...
This week we will be working on Step 5
Movement
Being active can help you control your weight, relieve stress and anxiety, improve energy, improved sex life, and reduce the risk of disease.
It always improves our mood and makes us feel better.
This is why I include this as a part of the life purpose journey.
If you really want to connect with yourself and your purpose you do need to take care of yourself. Self-care is key.
Yes, you can find your purpose in your life without movement but you might at some point be interrupted and thrown off course by dis-ease.
I can’t stress enough how important self-care is so don’t skip this part.
It is natural for us as humans to be active, so find something you love and do more of it!
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