I’m doing my best to not compare myself to other people right now. So I’m going to compare myself to where I was, exactly seven days ago. I was literally on the floor, in a ball of pain, unable to move anything without reminding myself to breathe. I knew it was bad, but I didn’t know HOW bad. I kinda have an idea now. And it doesn’t thrill me to have to basically teach myself how to walk again. So I’m focusing on these seemingly small victories. First victory was being able to somewhat stand and walk on my feet as opposed to crawling. Literally crawling. Second victory was standing upright again. Third victory was taking my own damn self to my appointments and not needing a wheelchair. I guess that’s four. But, you see this? I am not only able to stand upright, but on my toes. I can’t do the same thing with my heels....yet. But this is important because it shows I can heal, and that I am healing, and that there is reason to hope I will regain full functionality. It won’t be tomorrow. Or next week. But I’m trying to take my own advice and be patient with my body. To be consistent with my anti inflammatory supplements, fluids, rest, ice, and appointments with the chiropractor. Physical therapy will also be incorporated. I am not going to go for a run anytime soon. I won’t be able to crush any workouts or even walk a long way. I am only hoping to get myself back to working, very light duty, and not for 10-12 hours a day. Later, my friends. Be nice to yourselves. I love you. #backpain #leafsfall #heal #strength #comparisonisthethiefofjoy #smallvictory #hashtags #ishowered (at Farmington, Minnesota) https://www.instagram.com/p/BoxICFMBdMV/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1n9c7x6w9xzek
