I’m really not feeling well today – I feel dizzy and groggy and soggy and froggy.
Yes. All of that. Especially the froggy part.
And it doesn’t help that it’s been cold and grey (which may be contributing to my energetic slump, in fact).
I haven’t been feeling well all week, really, for reasons I can’t identify, since I’ve been doing all of my good habits very consistently, and haven’t eaten any of what my boyfriend refers to as “PTJ foods” (Poison to Jenny) that I’m aware of.
Sometimes this just happens, though, and it’s time for a little extra self-care until it passes.
For example, I might:
- Blog about it in a blatant attempt to get sympathy
- Do some deep abdominal breathing for energy and relaxation
- Take extra protein supplements (I use NOW unflavored whey protein powder, which I refer to as Glurp because it is SO delicious)
- Have a green smoothie to boost my immune system
- Throw in some additional Vitamin C and D3
- Exercise in short spurts if I can manage it
- Take a nice bath and hang out in clean jammies
- Have a nap or a meditation/Hemi-Sync session
- Drink a soothing cup of tea (or maybe a hundred)
- Just do nothing and watch some really stupid TV
I also try not to listen to anything my brain tells me when I feel like this, because it really likes to lie about stuff when my energy is off.
This often catches me by surprise, as I’m normally such a positive thinker.
Fortunately I’ve learned to see this for what it is, though, and I try to ignore what I’ve come to refer to as “sugar feelings.”
Pay no attention to the whiny little man behind the curtain - that’s my motto.
He’s just a result of imbalanced brain chemistry (probably low serotonin and dopamine), and has no basis in reality, nor any business in MY reality, which I create as a result of my choices and thoughts.
And I choose to keep thinking happy ones – as much as I can manage on any given day.
Because if I can’t think something nice, I’d rather think nothing at all!
I suspect this is a problem for many people who suffer from depression, though, (which thankfully I normally do not, as long as I eat right and don’t get too stressed out).
It only goes to show how important it is to try and maintain ALL aspects of energetic health (spiritual, physical, and otherwise) as much as we can, and how much of an impact it can have when one of them goes off the rails, even if it’s through no fault of our own.
Feeling bad does not make you a bad person, and recognizing that fact can make it easier to cut yourself a break and get things back on track.
Just try not to give in to those unpleasant feelings, and tell yourself that tomorrow is another day.
This too shall pass, and all the sooner if you don’t give it too much of your precious energy.
So maybe I’ll just go back to bed now – wake me up when it’s Friday, okay??
And in the meantime, I’d love to hear what you do when you’re feeling under the weather.
Share your tips, if you please! I could use ‘em!
First of all: be assured you are loved and hugged and cuttled. (I just wrapped my arms around you)
Second: DO NOT watch TV. It will suck the last bit of energy out of you. Though a well chosen movie is allowed.
If you are tired, have a guiltfree nap. If the weather allows go for a short walk and look up to the sky and breathe deeply.
Or: just think of all the people who love you no matter what – forever and ever.
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Aww, you’re such a sweetie, thanks. Hugs back to you! XXXX
Don’t worry, there’s usually nothing on TV since we only have basic cable, so I generally resort to Netflix. And when I do watch it, I tend to meditate during, or practice my little psychic-development games. Weird, I know, but it works for me.
I’m sending hugs, too. Sorry you are lagging and feeling froggy.
I agree with Martina – don’t watch stupid TV, it will only make you feel worse. Watch an uplifting, feel-good movie, instead. Try ‘The Magic of Belle Isle’ with Morgan Freeman and Virginia Madsen. It’s available for streaming on Netflix, if you’re a customer, and also streaming for free on Amazon if you’re a Prime member.
I like to do extra Yoga poses when I’m feeling down. It energizes me.
Will a big
help?!!
Lol, the only reason I like stupid TV sometimes is that I can half-ignore it while I meditate or work, and mute the commercials. Sometimes I have it on with the sound turned off entirely – just for company, I guess. Usually only in the evening, though.
I’ll check out the movie you recommend – it sounds good. We do have Netflix, and that’s mostly what we watch, in general (although there’s plenty of stupid TV on there too). I can’t watch anything too emotional in my current condition, though, or I’ll get really weepy, which will actually make it worse. Oy.
Thanks for the grin, I will let it sink in!
I’m sorry you’re not feeling yourself today
I always look forward to your perky humorous writing. I find that surrounding myself with nature helps. Bundle up and put your tea in a travel mug 
*hugs*
Thank you! I would go out, but we’re having quite a windy rainstorm today, and at my current weight I would probably end up tangled in the branches of a tree somewhere, like an old kite. I doubt that would improve matters much.
Aw, sorry you’re feeling ‘off’ today
Hope you’re feeling more like yourself again soon! 
When I’m feeling under the weather I just relax and don’t do much of anything, aside from maybe try to meditate or take a nap. Usually I end up wrapped up in my fleece bathrobe and wanting to go back to bed
Yeah. I always WANT to do that, but I’m not so good at it. So I just made a bunch of bracelets instead, which was fun. And ate wings.
Well written post and I like your extra self-care suggestions. You pose a good question about what others do when they are under the weather. I usually will watch an uplifting DVD like Wayne Dyer’s, “The Shift” or Louise Hay’s, “You Can Heal Your Life.” I have purchased these and others over time, so they are always handy and good for a positive boost.
Oh yes, I happened to catch “The Shift” on OWN a while back, and I really liked it. I also have a box of Louise Hay’s Power Cards, which I love as well.
Thanks so much for commenting!
Absolutely awesome!
I also don’t tend to listen to myself anymore if i happen to be in a low energy mode – I either delay thinking for the next (better) day, or try to re-energize myself with breathing and some meditation.
I know when my energy balance is good and i’m on high vibrations – that’s the right time to get the best decisions!
Yes, that’s the trick, isn’t it – learning to recognize when your thoughts are not “normal” or originating with your higher self and ignoring them. It’s hard when your body isn’t working right, but it can be done with practice and self-awareness.
Totally!
I learned the trick now! 
Your vibrations are low = your mood is low = your thoughts are down.
the solution – raise vibrations = and get good thoughts and right decisions going!
Thank you, Jennifer!
You’re awesome – I can tell you have great vibrations. Keep up the good work!
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