You might look into physical therapy. I got a referral from my doctor for back and neck problems, and the therapist taught me some good stretches, which help a lot when I remember to do them....
You might look into physical therapy. I got a referral from my doctor for back and neck problems, and the therapist taught me some good stretches, which help a lot when I remember to do them.
Also, if you're spending lots of time in front of a computer, pay attention to the ergonomics of how your desk is set up. Things like raising or lowering the monitor, or the desk, can help. Standing some of the time can help.
Not to mention taking a break and doing something else like going for a walk.
I don't think these things are solved solely through more willpower, but through figuring out good habits you like enough to stick with, which means trying stuff.
Maybe reframing that thought a different way would help you get over the inertia of sitting around or give you the motivation to do what needs done? Here's one way you could reframe it: Some small...
Its hard to admit to myself that i am dumb and irrational.
Maybe reframing that thought a different way would help you get over the inertia of sitting around or give you the motivation to do what needs done? Here's one way you could reframe it:
In the past I have made some decisions that adversely affected my health. I can't change what I did in the past, but I can change what I do going forward. I don't have make a big change. I can start small.
Some small things you could do are to look up some info about anxiety or joint pain. Look up the number of a doctor that could help with those things. Find a friend who can help keep you motivated to do better.
I often find myself going through the same sorts of things. It's frustrating being in a position of knowing what you need to do to take care of yourself but nonetheless you're getting no traction...
I often find myself going through the same sorts of things. It's frustrating being in a position of knowing what you need to do to take care of yourself but nonetheless you're getting no traction in setting an honest intention to get there. So, you just avoid the thought and distract yourself until you feel bad. Then you think about what you 'should' be doing again, until you do it so many times over you're numb. What sucks the most is, if you've gone through it a few times (especially over the course of a number of years) and you know how you got over it the last time but still just remembering that does nothing to get you going.
You might look into physical therapy. I got a referral from my doctor for back and neck problems, and the therapist taught me some good stretches, which help a lot when I remember to do them.
Also, if you're spending lots of time in front of a computer, pay attention to the ergonomics of how your desk is set up. Things like raising or lowering the monitor, or the desk, can help. Standing some of the time can help.
Not to mention taking a break and doing something else like going for a walk.
I don't think these things are solved solely through more willpower, but through figuring out good habits you like enough to stick with, which means trying stuff.
Maybe reframing that thought a different way would help you get over the inertia of sitting around or give you the motivation to do what needs done? Here's one way you could reframe it:
Some small things you could do are to look up some info about anxiety or joint pain. Look up the number of a doctor that could help with those things. Find a friend who can help keep you motivated to do better.
Good luck!
I often find myself going through the same sorts of things. It's frustrating being in a position of knowing what you need to do to take care of yourself but nonetheless you're getting no traction in setting an honest intention to get there. So, you just avoid the thought and distract yourself until you feel bad. Then you think about what you 'should' be doing again, until you do it so many times over you're numb. What sucks the most is, if you've gone through it a few times (especially over the course of a number of years) and you know how you got over it the last time but still just remembering that does nothing to get you going.
All that is to say, I identify with your post.
Here's an offering: https://youtu.be/Nnd5Slo02us -Yoga with Adrienne
I can't really describe in words quite how I feel about yoga with Adrienne so you should check it out and see for yourself.
Sometimes I find that if all I do is a quick 10 minute video then I've taken the first step towards getting myself together and that can be powerful.