03/08/2023
FEBRUARY SELF CARE REFLECTION
I read the ballad of Mulan and loved it. The movie was...inaccurate as far as cultural pieces, but it was fun. And, the story of Mulan is inspiring as hell! It made me think... why not ONLY watch movies that inspire me?
BODY: I think I did this workout once or twice over the whole month. I got a cold for most of the month instead. I used to think that running while sick was the best way to go for me, but after listening to my body and doing some research, I learned that if symptoms are below the shoulders (fatigue, congestion, difficulty breathing) than rest is best. If symptoms are only above the shoulders (stuffy or runny nose, upper sinus congestion), then light exercise is ok.
SPIRIT: I did not get out to the Columbia Gorge, but I did take a walk in my own neighborhood every week. I really like the habit of going on a weekly neighborhood stroll. I think I'll keep it for awhile.
ATTACHMENT: I learned that I enjoy shared smiles, holding hands, when my partner wraps their arms around me from behind and hugs me, and a little squeeze on the arm or shoulder as they pass by.
PLEASURE: Throne of Glass was a really fun book! I loved it. I think I'm going to read the whole series.
How did your February self care go?
