The Start of my Wellness Journey

It has been an enlightening and transformative 10 months since my last post; during this time, I have decided to embark on a journey that I plan to tackle 30 days at a time. Life has taken a significant turn for me, as I recently moved into my very first home, a space that I can proudly call my own. This milestone is not just about ownership; it represents a new chapter filled with possibilities and opportunities for growth. Additionally, my life has been filled with the joys and challenges of raising a senior child, a college-age daughter and son, reconnecting with my two amazing sons after a nasty separation, and making time for my oldest daughter and my two beautiful grandchildren. Having my youngest daughter being very active in sports, navigating the complexities of health issues related to perimenopause and finding my balance with career and family, this period has been one of the busiest, most stressful, yet beautifully rewarding times in my life. Being a mother has proven to be one of the greatest gifts I have ever been given, and being a single mom has taught me some of the hardest lessons I could ever learn. I have cherished every moment spent with my children, but I have also felt the weight of the responsibility to support myself and my beautiful daughters. Balancing work, home life, and my children's needs has often felt overwhelming, and there were times when my health became a question mark. My hormones, influenced by the changes of perimenopause, have certainly not made life any easier, adding to the complexities of my daily routine. Despite the challenges of the past 10 months, I have emerged on the other side with a renewed sense of purpose. I have poured so much of myself into my children, making their well-being my primary focus, and now that my babies are all grown up, I realize that it is finally time to shift my focus back onto me. I feel a strong calling to start anew, to refresh my life, and to prioritize my own health and happiness. Just last night, as I lay in bed at 3:30 a.m., unable to sleep due to a whirlwind of thoughts racing through my mind, I made the pivotal decision that it was time to implement changes in my life. I am determined to challenge myself and push beyond my limits to become the best version of myself that I can be. This journey is not just for me; I want to share my experiences in hopes of helping or inspiring others who may be on similar paths. I promise to finish my posts on breathwork and to continue moving forward into this new and beautiful phase of my life. There are so many aspects of my life that I am eager to work on and share with you all. That is just who I am; I believe in jumping right in and embracing the journey, no matter how daunting it may seem. For my first 30 days, I have set some specific goals to elevate my activity level. I plan to engage in one hour of yoga each day, followed by one hour of dance, which brings me immense joy and freedom of expression. In addition, I will incorporate a daily routine of five minutes of ab exercises and ten minutes of stretching to maintain flexibility and core strength. To further enhance my fitness journey, I will commit to visiting the gym for strength training two days a week during this first month. I understand that my schedule is incredibly busy, filled with commitments and responsibilities, but I recognize that taking care of myself must be a top priority. Life is so incredibly beautiful, and I am excited to document this transformation. I invite you to join me on this journey as we strive to become the best versions of ourselves. Together, we can inspire one another and embrace the beauty that life has to offer. Love always!