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Motivation Monday: Neighborhood Walks
Hey everyone! Hope you all had a great weekend.
So, following up on DeAnn’s post from Friday, I think it’s fair to say that many of us have been in a funk lately. It’s been a tough year, and we’re all pretty drained from hibernation mode. I know I’ve been feeling this way lately, and I’ve been feeling more tired than usual. For those of you who read my column, you know that my service dog passed away last month. Also, my Mom had knee-replacement surgery that same week. Needless to say, it’s been a lot to manage.
There’s no easy way for us to cope with everything going on in our world, or in our personal lives; but we can still support each other. One of the things that’s been helping me is going for walks as often as I can. Yes, I still say “walks” even though I’m non-ambulatory. Just getting outside a little bit everyday improves my mood significantly.
Since my Mom’s been recovering and can only assist me with small tasks, I’ve had friends and neighbors help me out. My cousin has been coming over on weekdays, now that he’s home for the summer. It’s been nice to go on walks with him, as he can help me if my hand slips or something. I’m definitely ready to get back in the world once all this is settled down. For now though, walks and small get-togethers help me manage my stress levels and practice self-care.
Do you go out for walks around the neighborhood? Do you have any other outdoor activities?
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