Make Time to Relax

As I have begun physical therapy & returned to work post-op, the pace has picked up. Mind you, the pace is much less than I was accustomed to before chronic pain, but the effort is much more.  This is another area where I have had to learn new ways to function at my personal best. 
  Often, I need to plow through the days, and try as hard as possible to put the pain & fatigue out of my mind to accomplish things at home and at work. This concept is easier said than done.  When I get to the end of my work, which may consist of several days of pushing past pain, to complete tasks, I don't even realize how riled up my body & mind have become. The pain is severe, but over time, I have learned to compartmentalize it to some extent, to carry on. 
   I check in with where my body truly is. Is my body need of some focus on the pain that continues, to help release it, regroup and settle a bit? Yes, typically it is in need of relaxation. 
Please watch. 

Here are two video's that I have turned to recently. Lillian Eden has others that are useful as well. Take time out. This is a survival tool. Grab a pillow, glass of water (wine?), a blanket, ice pack, heating pad, essential oils, or warm neck wrap to make the most of this valuable time. At first these may seem strange, but be open, lie down and really allow this time for you & your well being. Close your eyes and breathe...

Unforgotten Inner Wellness
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1YCumwAzz6w

Healing Journey
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y7bSu-f_Xxo


Sending you the best,
Sharon Rose