Right Here, Right Now

It's the only place where I can be. I can't be in the future and the past is gone. I can learn from the past, but I can't (nor do I want to) relive the past.

My shoulder is doing very well and I constantly get surprised on the progress. One day I have difficulty doing something and the next the whatever is done with ease. There's been a few times when Sifu Gamble has caught me staring at my shoulder in disbelief. Having said that, I belief I have entered the "now I feel good, therefore I'm now prone to the stupidity injuries" phase. Because I have taken both Sifu Brinker's and Sifu M. Playter's advice very seriously, I am not pushing my shoulder. I am taking my time to heal it right the first time. I still will push my shoulder to go farther, but it's a gentle nudge and not a snap movement. I "listen" to what my shoulder has to say and when it gives a stab of pain, I pull back real quick. I must say that Tai Chi has been very beneficial for increasing mobility and stamina. Still can't get through a full class without taking a much needed shoulder break, but I do see great improvement.

Plenty of rest is something I give both myself and my shoulder. How can I expect healing to happen if I am dragging the rest of me around as well or running around like a hamster on a high speed treadmill? Constantly poking an agitated bear with a stick does not result in a happy bear. Both meditation and energy work are also part of my healing regime as well as a diet loaded with foods that fight inflammation. For a list of which foods fight inflammation, check out Upaya Naturals blog post by clicking here  For the flipside, a (non-conclusive) list of foods that cause inflammation can be found here

The bottom line is that I am doing everything I can to ensure that my shoulder heals properly and timely. I don't buy into the expectations of chronic pain/limitation and that I'll have whatever when I read the certain "doomed" age. To sum in all up, I am a firm believer of longevity and perfect health given that the body is supplied with the proper tools, rest, and mindset.

A package came in the mail for me, it was my new fan. I'm in love.
Sherri Donohue
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