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A discussion for people over 60: Let's focus on what we can do
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In reading your post - I became concerned. Why? Because what was said feels so challenged - I empathize. Another time for that story but what helped me get back on my building of core strength (+) was to do something everyday. A lot of times I could just manage minutes of movement. So I decided to do less but do it everyday to s l o w l y work on my core…
So I had a short sweet routine , under 5 minutes which kept me in touch with my body and feeling like I could possibly do this. The question I kept asking of myself was, how little will it take for me to feel like I am connected to the movement? Focus came. But mostly I left off the expectations.
Hold emotional space for success!
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Greetings Susan. How wonderful to read about your background and support of using part of every day to focus on the basics. @colleenyoung1 is very observant. I do a daily yoga stretch routine which keeps my body flexible and as strong as possible. Today was my first daily walk this spring at a beautiful garden called Munsinger. I am excited about the opportunities to work on the basics......and still get to see amazingly beautiful flowers and plants along the river. Today at the end of my walk, I sat in a swing and watch two eagles swoop back and forth across the river. They are amazing.
So welcome to Connect. We attempt to support our members and learn from them. Are you in recovery from a medical condition?
May you have happiness and the causes of happiness.
Chris
True, so many challenges and by now; too many flooded me to allow healing from one before the next started. But as they say; baby steps. I felt some muscles yesterday and was amazed I still have them! But apparently they still are here, they work, and I could feel them. It was not pain, just a pleasant 'Hey, we're here!' 💖
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Welcome, Susan. I have a feeling you and @artscaping could be kindred spirits. I'm confident that your phrases about "do something everyday" and "hold emotional space for success" will resonate clearly and brilliantly with her.
May I ask what led to your needing to get back to building your core strength? What activities helped you to get started slowly?
@ellamster, what activities are you starting with?