Having a Bad Day? Go to Bed.

You  know, there is something powerful about going to bed and waking up the next day and starting fresh.

Yesterday, I was tired. Feeling overwhelmed. Feeling very uncertain about my ability to do anything. It’s July, and I had a big list of things I had been putting off until July. Like thinking about the next school year and buying school clothes, and shoes, and supplies. Getting ready to teach piano lessons in August. Preparing for a beach camping trip. And thinking more in depth on my own future. 

I was also feeling defeated because I continue to struggle with my blood sugar. My fasting blood sugar has come way down, (yay) but I can’t get my morning numbers down. And I’ve tried every combination I can think of. Fasting. Eating a small amount of protein early in the morning. Eating a small carb and protein. Exercising first thing. Not exercising. 

Last night I was feeling very grumpy. I hadn’t done my exercise for the day, more because I felt so exhausted I could hardly move. I had to take my teens to youth group since my driving teen is out of town. And I didn’t feel like leaving the house. And if I was going to take them to youth it made sense to just go to the park and take a long walk while I was waiting to bring them home. And while that sounded sensible and healthy, it didn’t sound fun. 

I went to the park anyway and walked 3.5 miles. And I felt better about life afterwards. And this morning I woke up feeling hopeful. A lot more energy. Better perspective. 

You know how when your computer or your phone just suddenly stop working properly and so you turn it off and then turn it back on again. I think that’s what going to bed and waking up the next day is for us. Shut down. Turn it back on. It’s working again. Who knows why. It’s magic. 🙂 

So, this is my advice. Having a bad day? Power through the best you can (Take a walk if possible!), and wait for tomorrow.

The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23