07/10/2023
I miss the pump, but I’m proud of my adherence.🙏🏽✨
Food was always an outlet for me. When I was stressed, I stopped eating. When I was happy & enjoying life, I ate all the time, just because “it sounds good.” I didn’t realize I was using food as an incentive and a punishment. Over the last couple of years I’ve found balance. I try not to use the word “cheat meal,” but just ENJOY myself.
Working through my back injury has been a very frustrating and eye opening experience. I’ve focused on my nutrition more than anything, because what I consume can either promote healing or more of an inflammatory response. Some days are intense, and some feel like progress is being made🙏🏽. I’ve learned new ways to stay active & push myself, while listening to my body. That includes removing stressors from my circle, caring for my spirit, talking to God regularly, being okay with NOT being okay & asking for help, moving my body, exercising my mind.
I used to feel guilty for taking time out for myself. I’m no longer doing that to myself. We all need time to recharge our batteries. If you can relate, it’s your time babe! Stop feeling guilty! Set BOUNDARIES!✨