Weightlifting my medicine

[Strongest123]

Hello everyone on here. I’ve been on here for quite sometime, and I’ve been posting a lot lately, and it’s cause writing on here is like medicine. I’m a big guy 6-1 290 pounds and have been an avid weightlifter for over 30 years of my life. Lately I’ve hit a big bump on the road, my minds been struggling like crazy. As I write this I’m at the park with my little 10 year old girl watching her play with her friends. Now theirs a book I recently bought on training, and nutrition that I’ve been dying to read, but my mind gets in the way. I purchased the book about a month ago and I really want to follow the program but my mind gets in the way. Another thing I really want and need to do is stopping the caffeine intake. I do suffer from OCD and severe depression and I know the caffeine only worsens it. Anyways I’m very blessed in many many ways, and I do recognize that. My little girl gives me loads of strength but I in turn want to show her that I have the strength. Many blessings to all and to all a peaceful day. STAY STRONG, SAMSON 💪🏻

[Beevee]

Go ahead and read that book despite the mind chatter. Let your anxiety know who is in the driving seat. Have the same attitude as if you were late for work and stuck in traffic and the situation was beyond your control.

You have the strength to do this. The strength to give up the battle with your anxious mind and body and to let it do it's thing with zero resistance.

[Strongest123 in reply to Beevee]

Thank you. I really appreciate the advice and support

[Dolphin14]

Let that little girl empower you to live in the moment. Kids are such a blessing

Take things slowly. Start your book read it in short sections. Highlight things as you go. I had a hard time focusing on reading with my mind wandering from anxiety. Reading is a huge part of my life. When I was able to pick up a book I just went slow. Now I have my enjoyment back.

☕️☕️☕️.... the love of my life haha. Start by replacing one with a haf caf. It makes it easier to start working your way down.

You have the power with in you to do this. Be kind and gentle with yourself. Look at your little girl and say " if she were struggling what advice would I give her? " Use the same words of encouragement you would use with her.

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[Weelon]

When you realise you have that time, pick up that book & start. Set it as your goal & what you’ll gain from it. Make it as a distraction from the noise. Keep us posted & let your daughter be your drive & motivation.