Checking in With Myself

Hello everyone! January seemed like it went on forever for me this year and then all of a sudden it was done. Now we are almost halfway through February. 

January was full of ups and downs for me. I was excited and scared to be so close to being done my practicum and starting my last semester of my bachelor's degree. We did get a couple snow days in the middle of the month which were much needed breaks. 

Juno trying to be helpful during yoga

The biggest thing for me in January was recognizing that I was not as organized as I usually am. I'm usually on top of assignments and have my planner all organized. This time I have just been flying by the seat of my pants. Hoping that things get done on time and causing me to be very anxious and stressed. I know it's be hard on my loved ones and they have reached out to me for support. I couldn't ask for a better support system. I did start my 30 Days of Yoga with Adriene and that has made a huge difference in how I've been feeling. Taking the time for myself and scheduling it. Scheduling time for yoga or any workout is something I stopped doing when I hurt my neck almost 2 years ago. Making exercise a priority again has been so good! I've been feeling better, I have more energy and I feel like I've been healthier. It's been a process for me to get back on track, but I'm lucky that I have the people that I do in my life to help me get back to a good routine and one that works with how chaotic life can be sometimes. 

January was mostly a month of checking in with myself and really finding what I was missing. It started off a little rocky but I'm getting there! I am working on getting back into routines and taking better care of my overall health. I finally called and found a new doctor too! No more putting up with a rude and not very helpful doctor! One barrier for me going to the doctor was because of how rude my doctor was and I don't need that when I am trying to take better care of myself. 

Now I need to focus a little attention on getting a job now that I am done practicum and only have night classes. It seems a little surreal that I am so close to graduating and being a big kid again! 

Take care everyone! And remember to check in with yourself and find what you really need!

Song of the Day: River by Bishop Briggs