Well, here we are at the end of my week of choosing to be happy. I can certainly say there were times when that choice went flying out the window at such speed you would have missed it if you’d blinked! Overall though, this week I have been feeling better than usual, which is just wonderful!! So here are a few things I have done this week in an effort to improve my happiness rating...
On Monday, I went to the doctor and got my prescription for antidepressants. I am very pleased to report that while I am not exactly in my happy place, I can feel that the “edge” is no longer there. That feeling like I am going to snap at any minute has eased and I have even noticed I am not walking around with my shoulders tensed so much they meet my ears! So the drugs are doing their job and I will be back to my old self in no time J
Also on Monday, I rejoined the gym. Everyday this week, I have woken at 4:30am and headed off for a workout. I am feeling fabulous for it, and the endorphin release is undoubtedly helping me to feel a little better...but good grief, 4:30am is bloody early! It is, however, the only time of the day that I can carve out some “me time” and be guaranteed Mat will be home to watch the kids. Thank goodness it’s summer and daylight at 4:30am...winter will be a different story!
The third thing I did to improve my happiness rating was buying a calcite crystal from Church on Sunday night. I was browsing the tables and was really drawn to this particular crystal. I was going to leave it but it kept nagging at me. When I decided I simply had to have it, I discovered that calcite helps balance your emotions, and aids in dealing with anxiety and depression. It also helps you learn your life’s purpose and promotes happiness. Coincidence? I think not J So I have my little calcite crystal on the bench and handle it many times throughout the day. Who knows if it is actually making a difference but at this point, I will try anything to get out of this depression slump!!
The final thing I did to up the happiness ante was setting up the Christmas tree last night as a family (the dog included too of course). It was such a special experience as Sophie was a huge contributor this year. The tree now has every decoration we own on it and you can certainly tell it is the work of a 4y/o but I absolutely love it. That’s what makes it our special tree as opposed to one of those stunningly perfect trees that you see in the magazines. After we set it up, topped it with the star and turned the lights on, we all sat on the lounge room floor and had a big kiss and cuddle-a-thon as a family. It was just so special and certainly one for the memory bank J
So that’s that. I made it through the week on random waves of happiness and I imagine it will only get better from here. Hope you all have a lovely weekend and I will talk to you all next week xox
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