The saying "be careful what you wish for" is absolutely true. Yesterday when I asked for a more challenging workout I got exactly that. I enjoyed every moment of it too. I love pushing my limits just enough to see how far I can go. On my final exercise, I had to stop limit had been reached. I have a habit of worrying excessively about anything and everything ( I know, one of my bad habits :-) right?). Sam knows this about me and explained the difference between saying "Oh I can't do this forget it and I have reached my limit and can do no more". I had run out of fuel and stopped in my tracks. I have to remind myself that I'm working diligently towards my goal. My hard work and determination will pay off. Now I need to find ways to stop the excessive worry. I feel as I gain more self-confidence and self-esteem I won't worry so much, feel anxious, etc.
I had a conversation with a dear friend of mine the other day and she reminded me about one element that is missing from my life. That is daily meditation. The lights and buzzers begin to go off in my mind and I have an eureka moment. I forget that I must take time to just simply "be". Living in the present moment is one of the healthiest things I can do for myself. There is no sense in living in the past or worrying about the future. A Reiki Master once asked me "How are you right now?" I replied "I am well" she explained how since I'm okay right in this moment, then I'm just fine. I have to stop worrying about things I can't change. I am now making a goal to add daily meditation to my daily routine. The thought just occurred to me that I have lots of good advice to give others but I rarely apply that to myself. I think some changes are in order. Today is a fantastic time to start following some of my own advice and see what I can accomplish. Be well and blessed.
Thats a good attitude, we all have our limits, and the more you work, the further those limits will get. You will find you can push further as time passes.
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