Pericardium. Kinetic Molecular Theory. Pathogenic microbes.
That’s what’s been on my mind lately.
My brain is full and I love it. Just about every moment in my day is productive- because it has to be! I’m definitely still in the “figuring it out” stages for what my new schedule means to me, but slowly I’m getting there.
Some things I’ve done over the last week to help:
- Figuring out my fuel. I’ve been packing lots of snacks and starting the day with a green smoothie.
- Creating an isolated Study Room. I’ve been out of college for a while so studying isn’t habitual yet. I found a used desk and desk chair off IKEA and have converted the guest bedroom to an isolated study room… and it works. That room is for studying only so I’m not tempted to clean the kitchen. play with the dogs or give in to any other distractions.
- Making time for play. I’m much better at being disciplined when I know there’s play time down the road. And when I play I commit to being totally present and enjoying the moment. (These photos are from Monday. Richard and I took time to sit on the back porch and have fun throwing ball for the dogs.)
- Pushing extra hard on my training. This week I’ve made every tri workout but have had to trim the time/distance slightly. When that happens I am sure to push extra hard during the workouts.
- Finding compromises. Sometimes I have to choose studying over taking a class at CrossFit or yoga so I find compromises and do some lifts, push-ups, squats, downward dogs and pigeons at home. Or at work. Or on a break at school.
- Having grace. I’m going to oversleep and miss a workout. I’m going to eat too much chocolate because it makes everything else feels better. No matter how hard I plan and prep, I’m not perfect and need to find the grace to accept that and always recognize all that I am doing right.
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Wow. You’re one busy woman…glad you aren’t going to beat yourself up for slipping now and then. It sounds like you’re a total go getter and doing a great job. I like the study room idea…makes a lot of sense. I’m the same way about getting distracted to clean etc.,.
nursing school is going to be a whole new adventure to get used to. You’ll settle in soon enough. xx
Did I write this blog post? Minus all the training you do, this is my life right now. I’m also turning our guest room into a study room to keep me away from distractions. Being so busy is a good thing, because it makes me more efficient and motivated. Your previous food post is a good reminder for me to figure out my food plan for the week. Working full time with evening classes has really taken a toll of my diet. This weekend I WILL complete a food plan for next week. Thanks Ashley!
Awww awesome pics! Esp love that last one, one of our dogs does that look, it says “I’m tired but still wanna play!”
Keeping grounded with google calendar and making time to workout and keep my meals healthy is essential.
I’m with you right now, so much going on that my head is spinning, but it a good way
Oh and allowing myself the occasional beer
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Those dogs are great! Awesome photos.
Your doggies are so cute!!! I love playing with my dogs. I know what you mean by getting use to a new schedule, I am still getting use to my back to school schedule.
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