Just been outside :)

[mist]

As some of you are aware, I have agoraphobia, specifically going outside in daylight hours causes me the most distress. Well, as I'm gearing up for the "run a mile a day" challenge in March, I just went out and walked 3km around my local lake to plan my route and become acustomed to being outside again.

I know it's not a big deal for many and may even seem silly to some, but for me it was a step I've been avoiding for a long time and I feel quite pleased with myself.

Looking forward to March

 

[stuartfearnley]

I am newly diagnosed type 2 but seem to be the opposite to you. I do significant exercise so what you are doing is commendable. I already do in excess of 1m 5 days a week.In fact 4 miles 3 of the days. I am now going to do a good 30 mins on the other days in my small Gym.

Diabetes was a great shock to me really good luck with your program and agoraphobia tremendous courage

 

[Ann1982]

Well done you. It's great that you managed to get outside. I had a relative it's the condition.

 

[βɪℒʟẙ]

Well done buddy and good luck for March

 

[lovinglife]

Fantastic! - it is definitely no small thing - today you climbed a mountain

 

[carty]

Well done Mist !!
CAROL

 

[Chook]

Well done you!! That is a real achievement and you should be very proud of yourself.

 

[Avocado Sevenfold]

@mist Bloody brilliant x

 

[Skye's_mummy]

As some of you are aware, I have agoraphobia, specifically going outside in daylight hours causes me the most distress. Well, as I'm gearing up for the "run a mile a day" challenge in March, I just went out and walked 3km around my local lake to plan my route and become acustomed to being outside again.

I know it's not a big deal for many and may even seem silly to some, but for me it was a step I've been avoiding for a long time and I feel quite pleased with myself.

Looking forward to March

That's a massive step! You should be really proud. X

 

[mist]

Thanks guys, you are very understanding and kind. It's a horrible problem to have but I'm determined to beat it. I think the running challenge was the kick up the bum I needed and I'm looking forward to it.

Not quite ready for crowded streets yet though, baby steps!

 

[Freema]

So fine Mist well done dear

 

[Japes]

No small thing at all! Well done and good luck for March!

 

[Prem51]

Nice one @mist, go for it!

 

[Lamont D]

Nice one @mist,

During the period before diagnosis, all I wanted to do was hide myself away and be on my own! Even gave up invites to parties with my family, when I know I would have enjoyed being with my grandkids especially.
Missed a lot of matches supporting my team!
Missed my coaching with my local youth club!
I couldn't do the job I'm doing now and life was s...e!

As you say baby steps, take it easy, I do know what it takes to do what you are doing!
Life is a constant battle, and don't ever accept that being hidden away is good, it's not!

Keep it up bud, I'm rooting for you!

Keep on trucking!

Best wishes mate!

 

[carol43]

@mist Well done on your first steps to a long walk.

 

[Snapsy]

@mist , that's absolutely marvellous - what brillant news!!!







Roll on March - we do run run run, we do run run.......

 

[noblehead]

Well done @mist , good luck with the Run a Mile a Day challenge

 

[Robinredbreast]

Good luck, it's the unknown that's often the scariest, pushing oneself to do something you are not comfortable with, does take a lot of will power, courage and lots of deep breaths.

 

[zand]

Well done mist! Brilliant achievement.

 

[Diakat]

Such good news. So pleased to hear that you did this.