Are you really trying your best? Are you putting in the effort to make good, healthy choices every day? I wasn't. Ever since COVID-19 started, I fell off the rails. Not entirely nor did I get completely out of control, but I wasn't putting in my best effort. I haven't gained weight, but I didn't continue my workout plans like I was when I was working.
I thrive off of a routine. I like doing the same things every day; it helps with my anxiety and makes me feel like I'm in control of my day when I know what to expect. Now, ever since the quarantine started, I haven't had a routine. I didn't have work to go to, every day was different and I really struggled mentally. I tried to help myself with a cleaning schedule and working on my lesson plans and school things at the same time, but I let my workouts slack. I wasn't eating as much because I wasn't moving as much so that was good, but I felt off.
Then, I started working for Blake which was great because it gave me a purpose. I was needed somewhere and I had something productive to do each day. But my routine was off even more. We work long days and sometimes (most days) when I'm off, we come back into the office after dinner to finish up some things from the day. So, I felt even more off, even if the need for a purpose was fulfilled.
This week was different. My mentor reached out to me, and I was honest with her about my struggles. She suggested a workout program that is only 4 days a week and much easier to fit into my schedule. She suggested that I workout before the day begins so that I am more energized throughout the day and I asked her to text me when she wakes up to hold me accountable. I need someone to hold me accountable whether it's a text or someone who tells me they watch my videos on social media.
I am so thankful to her because I haven't felt this good or like myself in months. It feels really, really good.
