Has a couple weeks that were pretty non-stop stressful, and a few of my self-care things fell through the cracks. Did not walk or stretch, and worked waaay too hard. I ate on plan perfectly, but I suspect there is more to this than diet.
I believe exercise is not only good for you, it is a stress-reducer. And I let go of ALL my stress reduction, and added more to my responsibility list.
What happened? I have a small patch of psoriasis on my back. I got two migraines, and three days digestive upset. And a not-too-bad-but-definitely-real flare in one finger.
I report this to say that for some, like myself, stress is a trigger. And it is equally important to take care of all aspects of myself, not just the food. I know it says at the header of the McDougall story I did that I am cured, but I don't think that is true. I think I manage the disease through diet and lifestyle. I've been really great about diet and exercise, but fortunate this year that mostly I am not too stressed. But now that some out of control and chronic stresses are back....I think now 2015 needs to be about managing stress, even beyond what I do already. Meditation. Exploring other options. Exploring dealing with some traumas in my past I hate looking at.
I am excited about it, because I can see so clearly that stress is an OBVIOUS factor. NO MYSTERY. Which means that the mind is powerful, if you get my meaning. And if the mind can be powerful for harm, it can be powerful for good, as well. That is the exciting part.
I'm feeling less stressed just thinking about it