Creating a New Normal
Hi peeps! Today’s post was a little hard to write but the point of this blog is to share my experiences and to let you know that you are not alone. Just a few days before Christmas I experienced a huge loss. I'm not ready to talk about it but I am ready to share how helping others has helped me.
By accident I discovered when I helped others, I felt better— so here’s to creating a new normal during a not so normal time.
Encourage your peeps— My mom and I have been exercising together for years. Recently, I asked her to go to a kickboxing class with me and she had 9 excuses on why she didn't want to go. I know how important exercise is to my mom so I pushed her to go and it was an amazing experience for both of us. Get out of your comfort zone and try something new. There are so many benefits to kickboxing and something I look forward to.
Share your talents with others— At an early age, I learned how to organize and get rid of clutter. Over the years I have come up with systems to keep my fridge, pantry, and closets tidy. On Friday I offered to help a family friend take down her Christmas decorations—better late than never! After we packed away her ornaments, we spent the rest of the afternoon organizing her guest bathroom and hall closets. I felt so good helping her. She was thrilled with the end result and helping others can be a way to help yourself too. I could see the progress and it was a mood boost for sure!
Day to day— Our every day social interactions give us the opportunity to help others. Hold the door for someone at the grocery store. Let the person behind you at the checkout line go ahead of you. Give up the parking space to the car behind you. You never know how much being thoughtful can make someone else's day. My perception on life has totally changed. You never know what someone is going through and the smallest gesture can make a difference.
Be genuine— Social media is awesome but sometimes misleading. Let others know you struggle too. I hope "The Blonde One" will help others make small steps toward being healthy emotionally, physically, and spiritually. I believe being healthy doesn't mean being happy all of the time. Being healthy means being balanced. Being healthy means working through struggles in a healthy way and supporting the ones you love.
xo,
TBO