Okay, here’s my take on sharing my “restore psychology” practice journey, just like a regular Joe sharing his experiences online.
My “Restore Psychology” Journey – Kinda Messy, But Worth It
Alright, so I’ve been diving into trying to “restore” my psychology, whatever that even means, haha. Basically, I was feeling burnt out, stressed, and just generally blah. I figured, hey, gotta try something, right?
Where I Started: A Total Dumpster Fire
First off, I knew I couldn’t keep going the way I was. Sleep? What’s that? Eating decent meals? Nah, grab some junk food. Exercise? LOL. I was a mess. I was snapping at people, feeling anxious all the time, and basically just a grumpy Gus. I needed a hard reset.
The “Plan” (If You Can Call It That)
I didn’t really have a plan, TBH. I started by just googling stuff, like “how to be less stressed” and “ways to improve mental health.” Super original, I know. But hey, gotta start somewhere. I saw a lot about mindfulness, meditation, and self-care. Seemed kinda woo-woo, but I was desperate.
- Meditation Attempt #1: Epic Fail: I tried one of those guided meditation apps. Lasted maybe 3 minutes before my brain was like, “Squirrel!” I couldn’t focus for crap.
- Mindfulness: Slightly Less of a Fail: I tried just paying attention to what I was doing – like, really paying attention when I was washing dishes. It was… weird. But it did force me to slow down a bit.
- Self-Care? More Like Self-Sabotage: At first, my self-care was just eating more junk food and binging Netflix. Not exactly helpful.
Tweaking the Approach: Actually Trying
Okay, so the initial attempt was a disaster. I realized I needed to be more intentional. No more half-assing it. I decided to focus on a few key areas:
- Sleep: Priority #1: I started trying to go to bed and wake up at the same time every day. It was brutal at first, but after a week or so, I actually started feeling more rested.
- Exercise: Baby Steps: I hate the gym. So, I started just going for walks. Even 15 minutes a day made a difference.
- Nutrition: Less Junk, More Real Food: I didn’t go full health nut, but I started swapping out some of the junk food for actual meals. More fruits, veggies, and less processed crap.
- Journaling: Vomiting Thoughts onto Paper: I started writing down my thoughts and feelings every day. It sounds cheesy, but it actually helped me process stuff and get it out of my head.
The Turning Point (Maybe?)
It wasn’t an overnight miracle, but after a few weeks, I started noticing small changes. I was sleeping better, I had more energy, and I wasn’t as quick to snap at people. I even started to enjoy the walks. The journaling helped me identify some patterns in my thinking that were contributing to my stress. I was still stressed, mind you, but I was handling it better.
What’s Working Now: Still a Work in Progress
I’m still not perfect, and I still have bad days. But I’ve learned that “restoring my psychology” isn’t about some magic fix. It’s about building better habits and being more mindful of my mental and physical well-being. Here’s what I’m sticking with:
- Consistent Sleep Schedule
- Daily Walks (Even Short Ones)
- Mostly Healthy Eating (With Occasional Pizza)
- Journaling (Even When I Don’t Feel Like It)
- Saying “No” More Often
The Takeaway: It’s a Marathon, Not a Sprint
This whole “restore psychology” thing is a journey, not a destination. There’s no quick fix. It’s about making small, sustainable changes over time. And it’s okay to have setbacks. The important thing is to keep trying and to be kind to yourself. I’m still figuring it out, but hey, at least I’m moving in the right direction. Maybe this will help someone else who’s feeling the same way. Good luck out there!
