So I am back in Yellowstone for my first winter here. It is beautiful and snowy. The mountians are all capped with snow and I feel like I'm tucked in for the winter.
The first few days were a little hard as it takes a little time to get settled back in and into a routine. The first few days I was feeling a little homesick. Things are getting better now.
An update on the areas I'm trying to work on:
1. Healthy Eating - I feel good about this! I haven't placed myself on a strict diet. I really have no restrictions right now, but I am trying to use mindful eating and incorporate more raw veggies and fruits into my diet. I also try to watch my portion sizes and stop eating when I start to feel full. There are some days that I do try to limit carbs or fatty foods, etc.
2. Living an Active Life - Starting to feel pretty good about this one, too! I have gone to the gym a few times, but I absolutely hate it. So, I've tried walking more. I walk for 15 minutes on my morning, lunch, and afternoon break. I want to try to add more minutes at night and possible before work. Yesterday, I went snowshoeing for the first time and today took a cross-country ski lesson!
3. Social Studies - I find myself sitting with the same people I have know for the past 3 years and not really getting to know anyone new. Maybe this will change this summer when more people are here.
4. Spirituality - no progress on this one, yet.
5. I have read Oliver Twist.
6. I have accomplished some goals in the past couple of weeks, the big ones being enjoying winter activities such as snowshoeing and skiing.
I feel encouraged and want to continue taking small steps in changing my lifestyle.
