May 24 2007
Good Habits
A cross-post from champuru h&f (health & fitness):
I’ve been pretty happy with how I’ve been doing lately.
I’ve been eating homemade salads for lunch everyday for the past two weeks, with the exception of Monday when I was out of the office at Olelo (I ate half of an oyako donburi at Hanaki) and Wednesday when I was blessed with a free bento from a co-worker. Portion control has been pretty consistent and I’ve been able to avoid overeating or binging on chocolates in the afternoon hours at the office. I’ve also successfully stayed away from caffeinated drinks, including my beloved Diet Pepsi and Itoen iced teas, opting for iced or hot water instead. I will admit, however, that I do allow myself to indulge and have a cup of hot cocoa after dinner though. I consider that my “dessert.”
Afternoon walks have been consistent, even in light of less than perfect weather today. I grabbed my red umbrella, braved the raindrops and had a wonderful, relaxing walk. I think these walks have also worked wonders on my stress levels. That and a deliberate attitude adjustment. Who knew a positive attitude could make such a big difference? (Well, Hubby did and he’s been trying to convince me for the past 15 years!)
I hope to turn these good practices into habits and integrate them solidly into my lifestyle. If I can do that, I’m sure I will see the added benefit of a healthier body and mind.
A 30-something Christian girl, blissfully wedded to her perfect match (the yang to her yin) of 14 years. A new mom to her miracle baby, born on October 4, 2008. Living life in Hawaii, less than 5 miles from her hometown, a slave to her mortgage payment, but seeking balance in her pursuit of family, faith, recreation, and rest.
