This week has been a challenging one. I am not sure if it is because of the added holiday things to do on top of normal day to day activities, but my schedule seemed tighter with less time for myself. Sounds a bit like life. In one particular instance I slowed down and read a facebook post that one of my old clients wrote. Here is the post:
“A few people have asked me lately what I want for Christmas and on a walk tonight with a friend I decided what it really is that I want and need. I want and need time with the people I care about. Whether it is a walk, celebrating the Christmas season at a church service, being together at Christmas, or just meeting for coffee somewhere to chat. Just TIME... that is all. Making time to just be.... That is all I really want or need for Christmas! Sounds sappy but it is true!” This made me so incredibly happy and also sad that I have not seen this person since I moved to Libby. I do my best to stay in contact and chat with her and other friends/clients as often as I can. Even though I can not be there in person, I want to give her and others the gift of time. To let them know that I still care about her even though I moved away. I care about her life, health, and happiness. That is why I took the time. During the holidays, I tend to get caught up in things that may seem really important at the time. Are they really important? I am starting to ask myself this question now more than ever before. I want to spend the last few weeks of the holiday season by giving. Not money or gifts, but the gift of my time. Volunteering at the schools, helping an organization with a fundraiser, assisting those that need a little help no matter how big or small, and spending time with family or friends (even if it is on the phone or videochating). These small acts of caring and kindness make me feel good and I hope it makes those people feel good, too. My message to you all this week is short and sweet. I encourage you all to really think about what you want or need this holiday season and share that thought with the ones you love. Remember that even a small act of being present and caring about someone else can go a long way.
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This is me, Liz. I am an, instructor, personal trainer, exercise physiologist, dog-mom, loving wife, little sister, coolest-aunt ever, and now blogger living in Libby, Montana.
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DiclaimerThis is a personal blog created and maintained by Liz Whalen. My blog posts document my life and sometimes highlight the food I eat and workouts I perform. I do not have professional medical training, nor am I a registered dietician. I am an ACE Certified Personal Trainer and ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist, while the content you see on my blog aims to bring you along on my health & wellness journey. The published information may not be right for you and should not be viewed as guidelines in any way. Seek counsel from a medical doctor when looking to incorporate or change your physical activity and/or dietary habits.
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