Happy Wednesday!!
Believe it or not I am actually an Introvert, I am pretty loud 🤪 and talkative one, but after a full weekend of being around people every second (all of which I love!) I was feeling overwhelmed and in need of some alone time. I could tell I was in need of a breather because my mind was wandering to food that doesn't makes me feel good.
And to the opposite Chris is actually an EXTROVERT, just a shy and more quiet one...but when he is alone for a while he really starts feeling a bit anxious and he needs to be around people to feel restored.
It's an interesting balance for us to have. And when we are in too much of the opposite situation we both tend to get cravings or just be less able to handle stressful situations.
I took a couple hours last night and ran errands alone and went to the sauna and came back feeling very restored. Chris did homeschooling with the kids yesterday, went to his Jiu Jitsu class, and chatted with all the other dads at Penelope and Nathaniels class and he is feeling much more centered as well. Then we both came back and really enjoyed catching up with each other.
To continue on what Chris was talking about yesterday, a huge part of making this a long-term lifestyle change is understanding where cravings are coming from. It's important to acknowledge why we're feeling stressed or why we're having cravings. Only then can we be very intentional about giving ourselves what we need in order to work through it and stay on track.
Obviously not all stress in our life can be resolved as easily as getting a little bit of alone time or hanging out with loved ones, but oftentimes just understanding why you're having cravings can give you the power to not give in! 💪🏼💪🏼
Are you an introvert or an extrovert? How do you take time to get yourself centered when you're feeling overwhelmed?
Sharing just a few final pictures from our trip with my mom and my brother and his family. The cousins are all missing each other already.
Happy Saturday! I hope you are all doing well. I know some people in the group have had some recent tough news for themselves or family members. It really puts the day to day issues we face into perspective, and reminds me to just focus on doing the best I can to be as healthy as possible. To those who are having a hard time, we are all here for you and sending you some prayers and support. 🙏🏼🙏🏼 Just focus today on doing the best you can and remember that food isn't going to bring you the comfort you are looking for.
Here is a little video of Penelopes performance from her piano recital l last night, she's been taking lessons for about a year and a half. 🎹🤍🖤
*Livestream Monday night at 4pm pst/7pm est
Thinking about the year ahead can be overwhelming when it comes to goal setting. For some people, like me, short term goals can be much more motivating. Right now it's beast mode through the Meetup this Saturday. That said, I do still have long term goals for the year. Staying carnivore is just a given now as it's my life already so I have to dive a little deeper for me. I'd like to stay in the same weight range but lower my body fat a bit. Gain some muscle mass in short. Gym at least 4 times a week and beast mode at the same time is my recipe.
Steak video for interest. 🤪
Do you do better with short or long term goals?
So sorry guys, my 2 1/2 hour drive home from the cabin is turning into a 5+ hour drive home so I am not going to make it in time to Livestream tonight. I'll post the link for the Dr Berry Livestream for tomorrow when I know it. I'll catch up on posts here when I get home if you have any questions.
Happy Tuesday!! So fun to hang out on the 2 different streams yesterday!!
One of the things that we talked about last night here in Locals was the dopamine and excitement that is created when you are looking forward to something (vacation, event, etc). It's one of the things that always keeps me motivated, having some specific event to work towards. That's why I did so well for the first few months of the year, I had several different conferences and events to keep me dialed in.
I realized in talking last night that's maybe why I've been struggling the last couple months. Yes travel makes things hard but when I am super focused that isn't an issue at all. Once all those big events I had been so hyper focused on ended I took a deep breath and "relaxed". And usually I come up with another event to motivate me but this time I didn't have anything specific to retain my focus.
I have been really proud of myself the last 2 days, but this was my reminder that I'm order to help keep ...
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I only had one meal today. I went to a lunch/birthday at Santana's Mexican restaurant. I had the Santana fajitas
Beef,chicken,shrimp, and chorizo with sour cream and guacamole. I didn't eat the shells, beans, or rice. I took off most of the peppers and onions. I ate one of the grilled pineapple rings. I had a little salsa but no chips (that was tough), lol I don't know what the calories or macros are. I had a great time and enjoyed seeing everyone 😊
I am struggling with my stretching goals (hard in am but rocking pm) and think I might add coffee in and start next month or at least when summer school is over.
We are understaffed for the number and behaviors of the kiddos we have. The teacher has never worked with early childhood- much less special needs early childhood. She’s doing ok with our help but I am exhausted and have been taking a nap after school (home by 12:30). But I have things to do! I will be away most of July and first 10 days of August and have projects I want to do now and need the energy.
Still Lion though!!!
