Discussion Are you guys taking care of your physical health?

[bankai]

No. In fact I think I'm actively trying to get cancer or COPD. All I do is smoke out of frustration. My antipsychotic makes it impossible to keep at a manageable weight (even though I barely eat), I'm completely sedentary and I get like 2 hours REM sleep a night, tossing and turning for the rest. It's been over a decade since I've had any concern for my physical health.

I feel you when it comes to weight. I'm already planning to order tiramisu, mousse, and a plethora of other items for my birthday that's coming up soon.My sleep is poor as well, I've given up on it. I take care of the stuff that's under my control. But sleep is a shitshow.Unfortunately, sleep is also the most important thing for our human body. Funny how that works.

 

[Apathy79]

I exercise an ungodly amount sometimes. 3 months treks/mountaineering expeditions 8+ hours with 2000+m ascent/descent daily. The kind of exercise that is definitely not healthy because it is so extreme. And even at home these days I'm walking on the beach at least an hour each day and taking some gym classes.

But my diet is as bad as it gets. All I eat most days is pizza and ice cream. So I'm kind of a weird case. I'm overweight with a high body fat % but functionally fitter than most people I know. I also know on my next extended trek, I'll lose about 25-30kg again, so I kind of don't care. Then it'll bounce back as usual.

So to answer the question - on one level, kinda. But mostly no.

 

[PrismHon]

we certainly cannot be lax with our health.

Oops...

I'm weak and fat unfortunately. I wish I wasn't but I don't have the discipline/willpower/motivation. Add to that I'm somewhat disabled and love junk food. Binge eating was one of my big coping mechanisms.

It's very interesting reading your perspective though. I admire your hard work, props! It blows my mind despite everything you do, you have ctb thoughts. One of the natural things people recommend is consistent exercise, good diet and sleep. How are you with those other two things?
EDIT: sorry I see you already commented on your sleep. Vitamin D/sunlight is another thing!

 

[bankai]

Oops...

I'm weak and fat unfortunately. I wish I wasn't but I don't have the discipline/willpower/motivation. Add to that I'm somewhat disabled and love junk food. Binge eating was one of my big coping mechanisms.

It's very interesting reading your perspective though. I admire your hard work, props! It blows my mind despite everything you do, you have ctb thoughts. One of the natural things people recommend is consistent exercise, good diet and sleep. How are you with those other two things?
EDIT: sorry I see you already commented on your sleep. Vitamin D/sunlight is another thing!

Exercise and diet is good. I work night shift though so sleep is poor. I also have sleep apnea. This is one of the main reasons for why I want to take the bus. I use a ResMed Airsense 10 to combat the apnea. But of course it isn't fun to use.I have lots of vitamin D as well, plus I get plenty of sunlight when I get up. I get all the other minerals and vitamins as well. Eat a lot of salads. Take care of my gut microbiome. Maybe one of these days I'll actually give up on the bus. Then this will all be worth it.

 

[WhatCouldHaveBeen32]

Nah, somewhat, but not intentionally, used to when I worked because of the nature of work. I hate living, who cares about physical health anyways? no person who I'd want to associate with , not the kind of lifestyle I'd want even if I wasn't suicidal. Just lost a tooth a couple of days ago too, feels good.

 

[bankai]

Just lost a tooth a couple of days ago too, feels good.

You don't mind losing the ability to chew?

 

[WhatCouldHaveBeen32]

You don't mind losing the ability to chew?

Don't like to eat, I get acid from most foods, I hate cooking, don't like the taste of most food.

 

[Ready_2go]

No - I mean I am doing what I need to for keeping up on appearances. Don't want to send up any red flags. But no, I never really have taken care of myself ever. Never really wanted to in all honesty. I struggle with anorexia badly - I have an awful perception of food and HATE eating (on top of body dysmorphia).

However, I am on day 5 of not eating and the hunger has dissipated to almost nothing. So, maybe anorexia isn't such a bad thing after all.

 

[Forever Sleep]

Not really. Doing the bare minimum to try to not get ill. I need to try to get fitter soon though, so that my job feels easier.

Interesting though- that you do all that and, still feel suicidal. Doesn't say much for those who insist that all we need to do is get some exercise!

I do agree in principle though. It makes sense to try to keep options open- if we have to keep on living. I suppose some people are actively pursuing a course of self destruction to force them to eventually CTB but- I don't fancy that either. I'm more in the middle. I don't want things to deteriorate but, I enjoy being lazy.

I suppose that's the problem really. I get so much joy out of unhealthy things.

 

[bankai]

Not really. Doing the bare minimum to try to not get ill. I need to try to get fitter soon though, so that my job feels easier.

Interesting though- that you do all that and, still feel suicidal. Doesn't say much for those who insist that all we need to do is get some exercise!

I do agree in principle though. It makes sense to try to keep options open- if we have to keep on living. I suppose some people are actively pursuing a course of self destruction to force them to eventually CTB but- I don't fancy that either. I'm more in the middle. I don't want things to deteriorate but, I enjoy being lazy.

I suppose that's the problem really. I get so much joy out of unhealthy things.

I just ordered some miso ramen and chicken gyōza, I do have a cheat meal here and there.

 

[waitin2go]

Not really... I used to do those things but idk I never recovered from the burnout and now just laying waste; doing anything out of taking walks makes me feel really crap the next few weeks

I just want out :/ even from the responsibility of having to take care of the physical body

I have to walk upstairs

Tbh I'm glad I live a place where I have to use the stairs, and I can't afford a car so rely on walking/public transport - or else I would be sedentary af

Interesting though- that you do all that and, still feel suicidal. Doesn't say much for those who insist that all we need to do is get some exercise!

Thisss like do I really wanna suffer physically with the mental/emotional suffering???

Interesting though- that you do all that and, still feel suicidal. Doesn't say much for those who insist that all we need to do is get some exercise!

Thisss like do I really wanna suffer physically with the mental/emotional suffering???

 

[Griever]

Because I'm anorexic, I don't eat. But I need energy to function. Sometimes I try to eat something, even if it's difficult. So I'm taking care of my physical health, right?

 

[bankai]

Because I'm anorexic, I don't eat. But I need energy to function. Sometimes I try to eat something, even if it's difficult. So I'm taking care of my physical health, right?

We do need to be healthy till the time comes.Poor health only makes things tougher till that time.

 

[deadeyesnowman]

Overrated.

I can ignore my well-being if my plans are failing.

 

[Dark Moon]

Not really, I might lift now and then but that's it. I do the bare minimum and I'm just past the point of caring especially since I'm going to die in the near future.

 

[Electra]

I take into consideration how I feel. If I'm feeling more depressed than usual, I'll indulge in any junk food that I want. I already feel depressed, let me at least eat what I want. Sleep always been an issue for me, so let's not dwell here. Physical acitivity is something I can't make into a habit. I can do it for a while and then I get bored of it. Idk.

 

[Unhumanly.]

On a good and average day, I do some physical self care activity, I like walking or running at a good scenic places, but I think just that

 

[PrettyWhiteFlower]

I've tried really hard to be healthy but none of it helps, my body just keeps getting sicker so I gave up.

 

[Dejected 55]

Not really, no. Except for things I accidentally do that are good for you by default. Even as it is tough to try and end things, I can't see any point in trying to do things that would make my life of misery longer on purpose.

 

[vadim]

I'm quite active and exercise because it makes me feel good, but I also smoke constantly and drink because that makes me feel good also. I'm not looking after my health at all because I don't expect to live to an age where my bad decisions will affect me.

 

[Pluto]

 

[anonymouswebuser]

a little bit
i've been trying to brush my teeth more often, drink more water, exercise regularly and spend less time on my phone
i don't do all of these consistently but it's better than nothing i guess

 

[tormentedhusk]

I shower semi-regularly, and brush my teeth at least once every day. I try to eat at least once per day.

 

[RoseGirl]

I shower daily and uhm eat!
I also take my meds so, that's like my bare minimum >.<
I wanma start going on night walks again those were fun :>
Hmmm o I used to work out every day as a guy but now I only do it from time to time :p I'm scared if i work out it'll uhm affect how I look >~<

 

[Mirelight]

No, I do not. I sleep late, don't work out and eat like shit. I'm barely living and going to work.