Time to regroup!

I have just been through the most stressful 10 days of my life!  I've had some good and bad moments throughout these past 10 days and have learned that life is always gonna throw curveballs.  Its how you catch them and throw them back is what counts!

Yesterday I had a chance to spend some time with my daughter (who is the source of my stress) and we went shopping.  I was fortunate enough to purchase a book called Fit to live by Pamela Peeke, MD.  The best part of this book is that I got it for the deal of the century.  It was on clearance for $1.00.  I couldn't resist.

What I have learned is that I won't say I've relapsed or fallen off the wagon.  Every misstep is a golden opportunity for me to A2 (Adapt and Adjust).

Today I had a chance to stay home and lounge around, which by the way I never ever do, at least not with my husband around.  I needed a chance to catch my breath and reflect on a few things that I've been struggling with.  This is my time to regroup.  I sometimes feel that one must step back in order to move forward again.

Lately my daughter has been having a difficult time.  The teenage years are difficult enough but that coupled with autism is a toxic combo.  These past 10 days have been completely unbearable for her and for all of us.  As her mom, I am stricken with fear and anxiety over how to help her get through this.  I am sure her meds need to be adjusted and that she cannot help herself some of the time.

While I am writing this now, I feel disappointed in myself for allowing my spiral today.  I did a short workout and that was because I am still hurting from my kettlebell workout from yesterday.  My legs and glutes are smoked.

I was doing a 21 day clean eating challenge and did rise to the occasion.  I met my goal of 21 days and lost 6 lbs.

Tomorrow will start another 21 days to hold myself accountable to my goals.  Wish me luck!