This week has been a challenge, but it’s also been a reminder of what it means to keep moving forward — even if progress feels slow.
Sleep Update: Involuntary Limb Movements & Progress
Sleep has been at the center of everything. I’ve been dealing with involuntary limb movements at night, which has made rest harder to come by. Despite stopping ashwagandha over two weeks ago, the effects on my sleep haven’t fully settled yet. My Fitbit shows I’m often not falling asleep until after 4 or 5 a.m., and the little rest I do get is broken. It’s frustrating, exhausting, and humbling all at once.
Humbling because it reminds me that I can’t control everything — not my body, not my mind, not even my sleep. I can only do my best with what I have, and that means patience, persistence, and a whole lot of grace with myself.
But there are small signs of improvement. The intensity of the movements seems to be lessening, and with the help of my fibro specialist, I’m exploring magnesium adjustments and non-medication approaches like Sleepio to dig into the root cause. My PCP has also been supportive, helping me keep an eye on my overall health while we balance all the moving pieces of my medications.
Health Wins: Dentist & PCP Follow-Up
Two weeks ago, I had two important appointments — one with my dentist and one with my PCP. The dentist praised my gum health improvements — no bleeding and better measurements. Hearing that was a reminder that the work I’m doing is paying off. My PCP also supported my efforts, encouraging me to keep focusing on the lifestyle changes I can control.
Setbacks & Adjustments: What I’m Changing
The truth is, struggles like this ripple out into other parts of life. Sleep deprivation has fueled late-night snacking, extra soda, and moments where I feel like I’ve slipped backward from my goals. But I also know this: awareness is progress. I see the patterns, and I can make changes.
- Cutting down portions
- Limiting sweets
- Prioritizing hydration
Even if some days don’t go perfectly, these are the anchors I’m returning to.
Rich Life Mindset: Patience, Persistence, Grace
That’s the heart of my rich life journey: balancing struggles with victories, pacing myself, and remembering that no transformation happens overnight. Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither is the life I’m building.
For now, I’ll keep showing up when I can — for my health, for my writing, for myself. Most importantly, I’m honoring my body by giving it what rest I can.
Closing Affirmation
I believe in myself that I am worthy to achieve my dreams.