That's my mom, giving me "The Look," which she does about forty percent of the time. I don't think I've grown into the daughter she thought she signed up for, but it's always good to know I can still shock her.
Let's talk about stress. People that know me are shaking their heads in disgust right now. My work is very intense but, um, it doesn't involve a lot of hours. If I told you how many, you'd click out of your internet browser in disgust and probably put my picture on a dartboard. When I talk about being busy, I just know that people that know me snort and hold back mean laughter.
Anyway, I never really think I am stressed out until it gets overwhelming. Apparently my body reacts differently than normal, what a shockeroo that is. Instead of feeling tense, I develop Vitiligo, my body eats its own pigment and my eyelashes turn white. I think I'd rather have that than constant anxiety, but still, if you can avoid both, I think you'd sign up time after time.
Exercise helps stress. I know this. In fact I am heading out RIGHT THIS SECOND to see the beautiful Jackie Mosure and get my fat (and, oddly, flat) ass in gear. I was just kind of curious what you guys do when you're stressed out. Are there any tried and true remedies I never learned because I filled that part of my brain with too many rock operas? Yes, I'm bragging that I can sing "Jesus Christ Superstar" from start to finish. "Evita" too.
Smoking and drinking until you black out are very effective, and 100% in line with your diet/health plan.
ReplyDeleteAlso, a fresh bottle of poppers does the trick EVERY time.
Talking on the phone with a close friend, writing in my journal, going for a walk, having a glass of wine, stretching and watching a funny movie are all ways that I tackle stress. Oh, and what anonymous said.
ReplyDeleteWhat does your GOOFY looking mother have to do with your stress? Did you constantly cause her to be stressed out? That would explain her looks!
ReplyDeleteAcupuncture.
ReplyDeleteEverything's alright yes, everything's fine.
Aunt Mae Mae you are not goofy looking!
ReplyDeleteOh, I am so happy to see #1 anonymous commenting! It's my court-assigned Little Brother, Trainwreck Andrews. Thanks for the advice! If I ever want to follow in your footsteps I'll call you.
ReplyDeleteMeg, all good advice, except the smoking. I paid attention in the 80's: Smoking Stinks.
Anonynmous #2, good advice. Maybe I should try that.
Anonymous #3, she's gorgeous but she can't take a good picture to save her life!
Definitely the exercise for me. I would have lost my noodle a long, looooong time ago if I was not diligent about this.
ReplyDeleteI'm also finding that reconnecting with baseball has been a really great stress reliever. It might sound odd, but something about the pace of the game is a bit soothing, especially if I am listening to a radio broadcast of it. Probably reminds me of growing up when I was a kid nutso about baseball.
Have a good training session!
Kevin, good advice. Football is what gets me through the fall, my least favorite time of year, so I get the baseball thing.
ReplyDelete1. Exercise. Especially watching a movie or bad tv show on the elliptical.
ReplyDelete2. Walking outside in the sunshine, maybe while talking about what is bothering you.
3. Time spent with a certain little black dog.
I walk. I also complain. More than usual. Endorphins and self-indulgence mix beautifully, I've found.
ReplyDeleteHope things are better...
run like the police are chasing me - but i also do enjoy a walk along the lake maybe with a spiked slurpee :)
ReplyDeleteI recall some early morning night dance sessions to Jesus Christ Super Star. That could work, although it did really piss off the neighbors.
ReplyDelete1. Exercise. Especially watching a movie or bad tv show on the elliptical.
ReplyDelete2. Walking outside in the sunshine, maybe while talking about what is bothering you.
3. Time spent with a certain little black dog.