I had to miss sitting down and watching the Patriots win their 18th game today. I know it was a tough game though...freezing cold ouch-type weather. I missed the game to go to my part-time job as an occupational therapist in the rehab department of a nursing home. On the way in today, two staff members stood outside in the freezing sunshine while on break. We began to banter about how hot is was in the sun and wouldn't it be better if we were wearing our shorts and t-shirts afterall!
When something is tough to do (like playing football in sub-zero weather) or tiresome (like more ice and snow and another Sunday on the job) I notice the way I react AND how others react. I like it when we use humor (tongue in cheek, of course). It's just as easy to laugh as it is to frown. Feels better, too. One of my patients had a whole stream of family visiting today. She is a very popular grandma. Her situation is a bit scarey. We don't know what exactly is happening medically. So the family rallies round and pours on the humor. She gets all that fabulous TLC and sore cheeks by the end of the day. Laughter heals and this wise family knows it.
I also like to take on the Nike 'Just Do It' attitude. Nothing needs to be perfect or the way I want it to be in order for it to be done. It can be so much easier to just do it and do it with an attitude of resolve and care. Takes all the angst away and that is a GOOD thing.
This one applies to me as I work on eating better. Now here is some news you don't hear every day...apparently I am not eating enough calories...go figure! My silly body is packing away the fat in it's confusion that I am starving to death. Ha! Not happening. So, now I need to get at least 800 calaries in by 2 in the afternoon. Weird that this is difficult but I decided to just do it and pack up my 'lunch box' with all the healthy food my body needs to feel secure in its nutrition. I am starting to get used to it and will hopefully begin to shed some un-needed fat 'toot-sweet' :)
Just Doin' It.
What helps you to get through the tough and tiresome stuff of life? I would love to know.
Warmly,
Linda
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