So today, Elle and I had an argument. (well, it was more of a "knock-it-off" situation) I won't go into detail, but I will say this. I really struggle with the way I re-act when I am upset or angry at another person. I ususally go into an, "I'll ignore you" attitude, or I'll tend to just keep to myself and not say or want anything to do with that person for a couple days.
After the incident, I grabbed my Bible and headed outside to do my devos. I read from Genesis, and had a confession time. It boiled down to this.
I'm a complainer. And I REALLY hate working out. (this incident was during our workout time in the am) I know it's good for me, and to be honest, I've never really done hard-core (which some may say this isn't even hard-core: But for me...it is-I'm dead after 45 minutes)
I remembered back the last couple days, and I'll admit it...I do complain because this just drives me nuts.
-I'm not coordinated, so I hate videos that have so many crazy moves that I can't even keep up with them.
-I don't have the strength to do several of the excercises, so I get frustrated that I can't do it.
-I see no results. (Now, I know you have to wait awhile, but I don't care to wait)
-I want to sleep past 6:15 a.m.
So those are all really lame...and excuses at that.
What are the pros?
-feel better
-more time in your day
-spending time with friends
-building up strength and muscle
-and I'm sure plenty more.
So, what do I do?
Complain less. (actually work on not complaining at all)
Just do it.
Be happy to have someone like Elle who kicks my butt and tells me I need to do it.
As far as Elle and I? Well....we are like sisters, so it doesn't surprise me that we get into these 'tifs every once in a while. We both end up talking and apologizing. I'm actually thankful for them....because I think we both can grow through them.
God, help me with my complaining-to have a good attitude despite how I feel about things. I really need you.
And Elle...thanks for pushin' me and for your encouragement. You're a gem!
3 comments:
I'm not a fan of working out. Well, I like it more now that I've been doing it for about 6 months straight but I know how you feel.
You're right though, it's SO good for ya and makes you feel better later, eh?
I love having Danielle with me at our workouts because we end up laughing the whole time and I almost (almost) forget how swetty, tired, and hard it is...:) Wish you could go with us to our workouts!
Love ya doll!
It does make you feel better....I'm doing my first 5k in 2 weeks. agh! I'm totally not ready...but it's a start, right?
It's so great to have friends with you....I couldn't do it alone.
I wish I could be with you guys too....what are you doing??
Love ya back!
Good reminder, Jess. I have been trying to get back into the groove, and then I just get lazy and decide I'd rather eat and sleep than to really watch what I eat and put the time into working out. We all need this reminder!!!
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