In The Spirit, But Out of Shape? Here’s the Wake-Up Call...
In The Spirit, But Out of Shape? Here’s the Wake-Up Call You Didn’t Know You Needed
In The Spirit But Out of Shape? Here’s the Wake-Up Call You Didn’t Know You Needed
Let’s be real—life moves fast. Between work, family, side hustles, and trying to find time to breathe, it’s easy to put ourselves on the back burner. Here’s a truth I’ve always stood by: everything you do to your body before 40, it will do back to you after 40. So heavenly minded, but no earthly good isn’t a scripture like a lot of us think it is, but it is a truth. We can’t continue to be in the spirit and out of shape.
So let’s talk self-care, the real kind. Not just spa days (though we love those), but the checkups, the screenings, and building a relationship with a doctor who knows your name and your health history.
Dr. Andrew Benton from Franciscan Health says it plain: nearly one in three Americans doesn’t have a primary care physician. That’s a problem especially for us in the Black community, where chronic conditions often go undiagnosed or untreated until it’s too late.
Having a family doctor isn’t just for when something’s wrong. They’re your first line of defense, your health quarterback. They help you stay ahead of issues, connect you to specialists, and most importantly—they listen.
In a world that’s constantly pulling us in every direction, we have to slow down and check in—with ourselves and with our bodies. Your hustle is important, but so is your health.
So let this be your sign: call and make that appointment. Find a doctor you trust. Start now. Your future self will thank you—and your loved ones will too.
Because self-care isn’t selfish. It’s necessary. Especially in this season of doing and being everything for everyone else.
It’s time to prioritize you. We say it and set goals every year, but everything else seems to take priority and we shorten our quality of life by not sticking to ourselves being a priority.
Nearly one in three Americans does not have a primary care physician, a concerning trend as more people face chronic conditions. Dr. Andrew Benton from Franciscan Health emphasizes the importance of having a family doctor as they serve as the first point of contact for health concerns. Primary care physicians can assess conditions, provide immediate care, and refer patients to specialists if necessary. Establishing a relationship with a family doctor can be lifesaving, especially in managing complex health needs.
