Stresss OMAD
Sorry if this is off topic but under the circumstances..... we had been doing IF pretty regularly but since the lockdown My body/mind has been in fight or flight mode and I’ve been doing OMAD without thinking about it. I’m just too stressed to eat. I have to force myself to even have OMAD.
Forgive me if it’s off topic, I’ve done OMAD before during other stressful times. I would love just to be able to do it out of choice rather then from being in fight or flight mode....
Posted Mar 19, 2020, 8:47 AM UTC · edited
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I love the quote:
God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; courage to change the things I can; and wisdom to know the difference
Make some groundrules about your lifestyle and safety while this virus thing is happening. Talk to your partner (if there is one) and be on the same page. Know what you'll do if you get sick. Put a travel bag together. Whatever you need to do to feel prepared. Then mentally close that door. You're prepared.
Try to find something to keep you occupied mentally and physically. I'm not working and found a free online class I'm planning to take. And doing C25K at an uncrowded nearby park. Trying to limit screen time on virus to 1-2 times a day.
Make sure all your friends and family, especially older ones, have FaceTime or Google Duo on their smartphones. Call your mom and grandmom regularly. (Dad and Grandad too!) Helping cheer someone else up works on yourself too!
Recognize and enjoy the special moments in your life. Be thankful. Meditate and/or pray. There are some great mindfulness meditation videos on YouTube!. They teach breathing exercises that will help you sleep. Hunt through recipes and pick something you'd like to make. Order ingredients from grocery that delivers or has curbside pickup. Make something delicious for your OMAD meal!
This isn't forever, but life will be different for a time. Find a way to enjoy it!
This will help a lots of people under this stressful times. Thank you