My muscles had a crazy workout yesterday that they rarely ever see. In the traditional sense I don't really exercise. Some days I think I would like to but most days I don't really think about exercise other than trying to get my steps in on Fitbit, a leisurely bike ride, and maybe a yoga … Continue reading Conquered Mud Hero 2017
I have been incredibly stressed for the last month. I know that the stress I am feeling will subside when the move to our new house is complete. One more week. The stress has left me with low energy, irritability, sleeping an insane amount of hours but not feeling refreshed, and eating a horrible diet. … Continue reading Getting Through the Bad Days
I treated myself to a Fitbit. I have been thinking about getting one for a while but I had a hard time justifying that I would actually use it. Like a lot of things (ie: gym membership, new running shoes), I get bored fairly easy when it comes to activity and exercise. There is also … Continue reading Track Those Steps
I hate when my mind starts to chatter the self-doubt that lurks behind my strength. I wonder if I will ever really be free from the prison. Why do I have to be this way? I have come so far and out of nowhere the clouds start to darken. The overwhelming heaviness becomes too much … Continue reading I Hate This Part of My Depression
I drove a route this weekend by myself that I have a strong connection to. In my parents car and later by Greyhound bus, I memorized roads and landmarks along the way, many of which have not changed. I later rode shotgun with my husband to Riding Mountain National Park after the days of the … Continue reading Hiking, Blessings, and Loving Everyday
Asha and Arya are straight up my favourite pals to be with on a trail. There is a solitude that I like when hiking but I don't like to be completely alone. I enjoy the company of my family and friends but when I am alone there is more of an opportunity for self-reflection and … Continue reading My Hiking Pals
This week was a week that I needed absolute silence. Laughter annoyed me. Yelling made me anxious. Talking irritated me. The sound of any and all noise made me just want to curl up and be by myself. I had tasks that I needed to complete in the evenings but silence in my bedroom was … Continue reading Silence
Mornings are hard for me. I have a difficult time leaving the safety and comfort of my cocoon. The first thoughts that I usually have when I wake up are related to the previous days mental struggles, which in turn makes me feel anxious with the start of the new day. I wish I didn't … Continue reading The air in the morning
My original Saturday afternoon plans consisted of hanging out at a book store with a cup of tea. The weather all week had been calling for 80% chance of thunderstorms, however much to my delight the storm passed and the skies called me for a hike. I picked up my friend and headed east for … Continue reading Life Goal: Hang Out on More Large Rocks
This morning I walked in the Shoppers Drug Mart LOVE. YOU. Run for Women that supports women's mental health programs across Canada. Local mental health organizations benefit from the fundraising. Shoppers Drug Mart presented the Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba (MDAM) with a cheque for $90,000! I walked 5K with two friends and talked openly … Continue reading Strength in Numbers
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