Last session I was complaining about how stressed I was, and guess what, last week I became sick. It started with chills and aches, and then I was down with a fever for two days and then sinus congestion after that. I missed two days of work and did nothing but sleep. My body was absolutely exhausted. Even once I felt better, I still took a two-hour nap on Sunday.
I realized that God was telling me, "Slow down, you can't keep up this pace." So, this week, I have been leaving work after no more than 9 hours. I have not been bringing home my laptop. I have made a healthy, sensible meal for my daughter and me every night. I have spent no more than 1 hour at home taking care of house chores. I have sat and watched at least 30 minutes of television to unwind. I have been in bed every night by 10 p.m. I have exercised every single day.
This is my new take on life, and while it's only been 3 days, I'm feeling pretty confident so far, and it feels great! I have felt a closer relationship with God during this time as well, knowing that taking care of me and my body is what God intends for me to do.
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