- Physical well-being-10, I current have no health problems or medical conditions an the tiny life growing inside if me has a strong heartbeat and is growing bigger everyday.
- Spiritual well-being- 8, I still have some work to do in this area, overall I have satisfied my spirituality in way that make the most sense to me and I am finally at peace with my beliefs.
- Psychological well-being-8, these pregnancy hormones are kicking my butt psychologically and I know the mood strings are driving my husband nuts! I have just gain control over some of the temper tantrums that I throw, but I am still talking before I think through my thoughts thoroughly enough and after self-analysis, I realize the thoughts made no sense in the first place. Oh well! I am still blaming it on pregnancy hormones, hehe.
- Physical-I need to get physically fit once the baby is born. I am currently exercising, but it is more for health and joint reasons and not to lose weight. Well, I plan to lose 40 pounds once the baby is born and to gain my six-pack back. I plan to work out, breastfeed and go on daily walks around the park with the baby in stroller for a nice breath or fresh air and good cardio!
- Spiritual-I am trying to discover which path of spirituality I would like to commit to while living on this earth. So far, I have been content with studying Buddhism and meditating occasionally at night. My goal is to find a path and stick to it once I feel that the path is right for me.
- Psychological- My goal is to get to a place in my mind where I am content with my life in it's entirety and stay there. I tend to worry too much and nit-pick over the small stuff and I want to stop that. I always remain and optimist and look at the glass half-full, but I can always improve, I am not perfect and I have to realize everyone makes mistakes.
- Physical-I plan to workout to home training videos such as Shaun T's T25, yoga, pilates, belly dancing and ballet. I also plan on doing a lot of walking/jogging for cardio. I also plan to have yearly exams and physicals to make sure everything is in tip top order!
- Spiritual-If I continue my meditation practing and commit to a few sessions per week, I can see myself mastering the art in the near future. I also want to study my spirituality more and find out what will allow me to be closer to spiritual awakening.
- Psychological-I need to take a chill pill as my mom would say! Counting to ten is a great way to calm down before saying something upsetting. I just need to control my thoughts and not allow my thoughts to control my actions and then I will be on the right path.
- Complete the relaxation exercise The Crime of the Century. To hear this exercise, click here. Describe your experience. (What it beneficial? Frustrating? etc.)
My experience with this relaxation exercise was somewhat beneficial. I liked the concept of the different color lights shooting out of the various part of my body, but I found it tedious and much rather just focus on those different parts and say the suggested phrase. I was still able to relax from the exercise and was able to focus on each relaxation phrase.
Congratulations on your pregnancy! All of the changes that occur when bringing a child into the world definitely make us more thoughtful and introspective. We want to do the best for our child, and for ourselves, to ensure that we are around for a long time. Having been pregnant four times, I know that it helped me to make positive changes in my life. Now that my kids are older, (my youngest is 12), I am finding something within me that is motivating me to make changes. Maybe it's middle age.
ReplyDeleteHey Lisa! I completely agree! Now that I am pregnant, I am more health conscious and I complete my housechores will more will power. I am starting to understand the meaning of "labor" and hardwork when it comes to balancing, family time, work time and school time. It really puts things into prospective so when I think thoughts like "I'm too tired! or I don't feel like exercising!" Well, now that I have a life in my responsible hands, I want more energy for my baby and I want to exercise so I can be strong enough to take care of my child without growing tired. I don't know where supermom capabilities come in at, but I will be glad to have some! :) Thanks for your reply!
DeleteSounds like you and I have a lot in common. I worry too much and nit pick too much. I am much too wrapped up in what others think, which causes most of my worry. I think that exercising is key because it helps you physically, spiritually and psychology just by the simple fact that it makes you feel better.
ReplyDeleteYour comments regarding getting outside and walking with your baby made me miss the simplicity of having a little baby. It is so much work yet it gives you a great sense of purpose and accomplishment everyday.
Hi Dorothy! Great! I am not alone, that's a good thing! Once we write down our goals on paper, it makes it so much easier to finally recognize our areas of improvement and come up with an "Attack plan" on how to solve each issue, so that we can meet our goals. Being a mother, is a lot of work, but it is a labor of love and one you look at it that way, the work becomes effortless! Thanks for your reply!
DeleteFirst of all, congratulations on your pregnancy. This post made me feel happy. New life is such a miracle, and I'm so happy that it is going well for you. I find it refreshing that you are so positive, and rating so high on each of the aspects we discussed. I wish you all the best!
ReplyDeleteThank you Allie!!! I am glad I evoked some sense of happiness to you with my post! I am a first time mommy and find myself gushing with joy at the thought of having someone to take care of that will look just like me and my best friend! (my hubby) I aim my goals high because, like most I want my life to be off the charts and I want to fulfill all of my dreams and desires! I just wish the same for others and that's exactly why I want to become a welness/life coach to help people live the lifes they want to live. But first, I have to start with myself, experience is the best teacher after all! Thank youf for your reply and good luck to you as well!
DeleteYou know, some of us can be really hard on ourselves when it comes to our physical body, because we aren't the size or shape we want to be, but after working with patients who can't breath on their own without a ventilator, who can't talk, or eat on their own without tube feedings, and who are paralyzed, it changes perspective. I think that unless we have major physical problems, we ought to consider ourselves doing pretty well. Congratulations on your pregnancy. I was recently pregnant myself, my baby is now 4 months old. I was a totally different person when I was pregnant, sometimes I would just have seething anger inside for no apparent reason, or just felt very emotional or insecure. It doesn't help when your body gets bigger and bigger. And the little boogers take our body over. This was my 5th child so I had gotten used to the feelings and sensations, but with my first child I hated pregnancy and didn't like the alien feeling I felt. I am glad for you that you are able to rate your physical wellness highly, recognizing your pregnancy as a strength. I agree, pregnancy is hard and was very hard on myself and my marriage. If anything would have lead to a divorce, that would have lol. However, I suppose it's a good thing that my husband realized that he had an extra commitment to me because I was carrying his child lol. I know you may not be looking for advice, but I just suggest that you use this time as "sick" time, meaning rest as much as you can, physically, psychologically, and give yourself permission to be a little off, knowing that it certainly is that baby taking over. It sounds like you have some great goals. God bless!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your reply Jenifer! You literally had be laugh out lous at the "divorce part" I know exactly what you mean and boy did I look forward to seeing my belly grow and now it's happening! I did not know how I would feel once I saw myself gaining weight, but it is sooo bittersweet! One hand, I am excited about the growing baby, the next I am grouchy over my tight-fitting pants, and sluggish movements from the extra weight bearing down on me! It is difficult at times, but I like a good challenge and I look at it as such. I will be gladly taking your advice, but I was a sloth for the first 4 months of the pregnancy. Now I am proud that I completed the kitchen, cooked dinner and did laundry within an hour and a half! Phew, now time to sit and relax....
DeleteCongrats on the pregnancy! I completely understand about the mood swings. In fact my husband had a vasectomy after the 3rd child because he couldn't handle the mood swings. Sounds like you have a good plan for losing weight after the baby. I used to have plans, but they got thrown out the window and trampled on by the 3rd child lol. He does not like me to exercise at home. He climbs all over me and whines for me to hold him. Plus with schoolwork and chores needing to be done (all during his nap time) I finally joined a gym that offered childcare.
ReplyDeleteI agree that the relaxation exercise was tedious.