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A few months ago I forgot my keys at work. At the time, I was walking to and from work so I didn't need it to get into my car. I realized that I forgot them at the halfway point to my house. I could have walked back, but it was 15 minutes of hills. Then I would have to still walk 30 minutes to my house. I called a friend to pick me up so I could get them. That started the end of me walking to work.
Last night, I forgot my keys at work. I realized this morning when I needed them to get to the gym. I looked around a little. Realized I was starting to panic. Then I just said to myself, just walk around the neighborhood.
Ever since I realized that I ate the fried onion rings out of panic, I'm witnessing how I panic over a lot of things. Going to the grocery and seeing the bill at the end. Wanting to take more vacations, but not appearing to have the time.
When I went to Trinidad, on day 4 I felt this release around my chest that was a constant low grade anxiety I was harboring. Since then I've been trying to figure out what the heck is riding me so persistently?
I think it's these little panics.
After my walk this morning, I felt so energized and undauntable (if that's a word). The key thing just wasn't an issue. I wasn't panicked about it. I feel fueled and recharged, and, ironically, calm.
Exercise is the best drug in the world. Admittedly, I don't have much experience with drugs. Never smoked cigarettes or pot. No hard drugs. Not even daily coffee. Exercise clears my head and makes me high. It's like an upper and a downer all in one.
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What a great discovery! Exercise really is a great anti-anxiety drug.
ReplyDeleteAnd if undauntable isn't a word, is sure should be!
I totally agree!!!! Oh, and look at your woman go on the ticker!
ReplyDeleteIt's great for anti-anxiety and anti-depression. Those endorphins pick me up so much. Exercising first thing in the morning gives my day perspective.
ReplyDeleteShe is something isn't she!