[Hydrophobic1212]

Okay, so, one of my classes this semester is a yoga class... Today was the first day and all we did was simple stuff.... But it was AMAZING. I was really, really stressed and anxious over my entire work situation and worrying about homework... And all my other usual anxieties, but this really, really helped me relax. Two hours later and I still feel at peace.

If you don't already do it or haven't tried it, I would seriously suggest trying it out. It is a really good way to help with relaxation and calming your mind. I didn't think it would help that much, but I was amazed.

Just thought I would share!

I used to do yoga, when I was running. I am too afraid to start yoga again because when I did it before, and when I was running, I was totally on the far end of hypo... approaching a full blown manic episode.

I ran and ran... and did yoga and lifted weights and went on a diet that is unimaginable right now. Watched biggest loser and took all the advice and was so obsessive about all of it, to the point that it makes me cringe thinking about it.

it was such a lifestyle that anything now that approaches it I am super weary of.

[she imp]

I've never done yoga. It's something I've always wanted to do.

Dan, I think you are my twin in some of this. Emotions rule the day, days. I have a hard time getting out of my own head, too. And hypo projects/self oh, yeah.

I found that scheduling things ahead and maybe schedulling not things to be helpful when I'm heading for doing too much.

Maybe make an appt with yourself when you are ready to start ex/yoga again? Maybe even put a date on the calendar today?

Just a thought.

scary thought for me. I would be afraid to get back into that 'self improvement' cycle. physical self improvement that is.

I am lately learning and improving myself as a person, on the inside. I aspire to be a good man. a real man. mix that up with physical improvement and I'm afraid I would get lost, like it would be too much.

I totally agree, hydro!! Working out & doing yoga has done wonders for me... Sure, I sometimes drop it when I'm in a really black/unmotivated phase, but the feeling is so good I never stop for long! I'm so glad you've found help from it. Keep it up!

And I'm sorry to hear that physical exercise sets you off, landskaperdan. That really sucks!! But mild yoga & breathing exercises, without physical exertion, really do help with centering the mind... I find that when I'm on that "brink" between episodes, using a guided breathing meditation or light yoga really helps me smooth my landing. But it's different for everyone! I'm glad you've found something that works for you.