This is Carol signing in...
It has been difficult finding open time on my schedule - to match open time with the only computer I have at my disposal to log into the blog.. But I finally made it - after help from Brett on getting me set up in Google. Thanks Brett.
My prize is "Peace". Because of the way I live my life - I do everything for others before I will do anything for myself. When this finally catches up with me (before I even realize things have spiraled out of control and negatively impacted my own mental, physical, and spiritual health) - I am left tired and impatient with others (my husband) - when it isn't anything he's done at all (usually :)). It is a direct result of me not doing anything for myself... and where I end up being mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually as a result. I must regress and note that I do run regularly - so this is one thing that I do for me.. but that really is about it; and one problem is, is that this activity is not overly relaxing since I typically train hard. What I need at least on somewhat of a regular basis, is just a small amount of "me time" - quiet time for reflection, for mental respite, for recharging, for refocusing on whats really important. This could be through reading, time with friends, listening to some of my awesome CD's and relaxing with a cup of tea or coffee. But the problem is - with my "routine" of taking care of everyone else's needs first - is that I don't make it a priority and then it ends up falling to the bottom of the list and never happening..
I have made an effort to read (spiritual and other) at least 2-3 evenings/week. This has been my committment. I've been doing pretty well with this, and it feels good to be getting some control back of my "me time". It is a small start, and all I can do at this point in time.
I have been able to execute the prize club steps/concepts well with my running, without fail..
I just need to apply this to my every day life. At some point, I want to share what I've learned with my struggles that I've had with running and how I have tackled and conquered the demons very successfully. Because I think it will help some of you - because they can apply to any situation..
All for now - Stay strong everyone.. I can't wait to read some of the great posts that are already out there, and I will get back to them when I can log on next..
Carol
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Thanks Carol. It is great to hear from you.
ReplyDeleteYou mentioned "It is a small start, and all I can do at this point in time."
In my opinion, there is no need to qualify that it is "all you can do at this time". It is a great start, period! Remember, the Prize Club is about doing the right thing and succeeding. We don't "fail" because we haven't created momumental objectives and goals for ourselves...that is our old way of thinking. It didn't work anyway. Start small, persevere, ask for help and you will succeed. As you experience this success, you might choose to bite off a tiny bit more. It works! I, for one, am living it.
Carol, it is great to hear from you and I am proud of you. "Me time" is very important. I also do not do it enough. Please let me know how your strategies are working and I will do the same for you if you would like. Thanks.
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