I feel like doing these challenges is teaching me a lot about what does or doesn't work for me, so I've started taking notes for myself :) Here's what I wrote today, in case it's helpful to anyone else.

1. Spiritual practice, sleep, time outdoors, and an orderly living environment are my most important daily pillars. When they are in place, good food and movement choices follow.

2. Structure, even if it’s unrelated to diet and exercise, helps me stay on track. If I don’t have time for my full morning or evening routine, I should just do shorter versions of the things I usually do.

3. Sparkling water is a fine treat, but it doesn’t hydrate me like still water does, and it sometimes confuses my hunger signals.

4. I feel better throughout the day if I front-load minerals early in the day (e.g., smoothie bowl with spinach).

5. I should respond promptly to cravings for movement, stretching, fresh air, screen breaks, etc. If I don’t, my body may “invent” a food craving to force me to take a break.

The pot is now $6,740

I celebrated my 40th birthday on Sunday.. and Monday.. and Tuesday 😂😂 so from the last challenge final weigh in to my starting weigh in this time I’m up about 2.5/3lbs. In the past I would feel so frustrated with myself and go off track thinking “ what’s the point.. I messed up” but in the last couple years I’ve learned to have grace with myself and just keep showing up. So here I am.. putting in the work and showing up for myself. No one can do the work for me and I owe it to myself to be healthy and in the right head space.. for myself but also for my family.

So guys.. when you feel like giving up DONT. Just keep showing up, pushing play and putting in work. It’s gunna pay off I promise.. just don’t give up ❤

Omg I almost missed weigh in, fell asleep bc I’ve been sick! I’m so tired 😅