The week went well. I found my flow. A steady bedtime, wake-up, and routine made all the difference. I work out at the same time every morning and have started writing outside. Listening to the birds while I sip coffee is a relaxing start to my day. I feed the wildlife, so bunnies, squirrels, and all kinds of birds gather around; even a mama raccoon stops by while her babies sleep in their nest. It’s easy to journal my life away, but I remind myself there’s work to be done.
Today is a good POTS day, so I’m tackling yard work. I’m not thrilled about chatting with the neighbor who always wants the latest news, but I’m pushing through my agoraphobia. I let the lawn go too long once and had to hire someone; this time, I’ll mow it myself. Challenge accepted!
Earlier in the week, I felt dizzy, so I added extra salt to my morning protein drink with MUD\WTR. Still, I made it to my desk. Every day, I took a 15-minute power nap, my legs propped above my heart, with the alarm set, and every day brought a new stamina test. By Friday, I worked until 5:30 PM instead of my usual 4:30 PM.
Dissertation progress remained consistent, with approximately one page completed per day over the past two weeks. My advisor called it the most productive stretch she’s seen from me in a long time, and I agree. Consistency is key. I still need clearer daily objectives for my business activities, so that will be my focus for next week.
I also increased my calories. Eating better has boosted my energy, and my weight has trended downward. It’s too early for big conclusions, but it’s hopeful.
POTS can still throw a wrench in things, so I keep a contingency plan: printed and downloaded resources ready if I need bed rest. No zero days!
A busy weekend awaits, with yard work or housework if it rains. Extra dissertation hours happen on Sundays. Do I want to? No. Am I going to? Yes. I’m on the consistency train, and I’m not looking back.
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