Dagmar, very glad you're not in pain. So interesting that you're taking it as a great opportunity to explore!
Shannon, PN coaching is going quite well. I don't always 'get' some of the ... I think it's probably language and attitudes all mixed up into one, and it takes me some time to translate it. I know you people have had me on an immersion course in NAm Engl for some time but, for me, some things just don't cross the pond. PN lingo is a bit hip so that makes me laugh and serves to jog me out of the diet/exercise rut I'm probably in.
PN is working to develop 'habits' and has a nice way of encouraging small and effective changes. The first habit was 'taking a 5-minute action' which wasn't explained very well but I think means doing something, anything that will roll things forward in the right direction. Wash the lettuce, plan the meal, do a few squats because it all adds up. The second habit is 'eat really, really slowly'. I do eat slowly but this is helping me make it into an art form and I think my digestion has benefitted.
Most of the programme is automated but the coach is there when I need her, and we seem to be building a good relationship. Some of the more standard responses are from an assistant coach who is less good, but I suppose she's in training and that's why she's not a full coach yet. We all start somewhere.
I am doing a more varied exercise programme which is good. Even though it's a bit challenging to set up and learn in our tiny house I've made a commitment to do the best I can. And that is good enough at present.
So I'm pleased so far. It was a good investment to make and is giving me a different approach to try out.