I wish to say again how much I appreciate this thread. Even on days when I can not manage to do something for me, I still think about this thread. It helps me to remember to do something for me. So far, I have not allowed it to make me feel guilty or to beat myself up for not doing something for me, so that I can report it. YAY! That is, in itself, an accomplishment for me. Today, I took a shower and actually took some steps toward two of my goals. They weren't leaps, but even small strides in the right direction are significant.
A few days ago I was riding in a car that ran out of gas. We stopped making any progress at all. We just stopped. The driver of the car found a volunteer to help push the car off the road. While pushing, I heard the driver say to the helper, "It sure is easier once we get it rolling, isn't it? "
Since I often feel as if I have ran out of gas, this got me thinking. If I can just get me rolling in the right direction, even if I am out of gas, the progress will be easier. I might not make it to my destination that way, but at least I can get out of harms way. Maybe then, I will be able to refuel and continue on my way. Just some thoughts. Grateful for whatever I am able to do.