The load was exponentially heavier. And for about a year, I felt crushed by it. 

But. I got stronger. With boundaries, time management, focus, productivity, communication, emotional resilience. And my life is richer and fuller because of it. 

Despite knowing all of this, there was not enough willpower in the world to get me to the gym. So I started doing what I could, in a place I know and love: my yoga mat. 

I imagine you have your own story of cultural conditioning (brainwashing?) and your body. 

Outter strength contributes to inner strength. Then you can do mental/emotional heavy lifting too.