Yes, when I do it, exercise helps. I used to lift a lot when I was in college, but I'm a programmer and used the excuse of working too many hours to get out of the habit (who am I kidding? I still use that excuse. Only now it's true. Full time job. My business. 2 young boys, one special needs, and a third child on the way. a pregnant wife who is sick - not just nautious - 24 X 7 all 9 months. etc. etc.).

I guess I've always been basically lazy and that's why I never really stuck with a workout routine (except in college and the Army - where I was forced to). Also, quite frankly, people don't like other people who are too happy. Everybody else has to have something wrong with them so that you can feel better about yourself (I mean the general you here, not you, Sue.). Ever noticed that one? I've seen it way too often. If I get rid of my Bipolar by exercising, I've got nothing to blame my demeanor on. Then I'll have to look and act happy. Eventually I'll actually think I am happy. Then, there goes my creative side and I lose the ability to do my job well.

To be totally honest, I think it's a combination of all of the above reasons as to why I don't stick with one. A bit reality, a bit time management (which is why I'm at work at 8pm), a bit irrational fear.

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