Whole30: Taking My Life Back: Round 2, Day 22: One Week Left

I have just over a week left of my Whole30. I'm getting more comfortable with this idea as my last day approaches. I'm getting a battle plan together and it helps me to feel confident moving forward. Sugar will be the last thing I add back into my diet, if I decide to do it at all. I have learned so much about the negative effects of added sugar that I'm not anxious to dive back into that pool.

I was discussing the impending end with Jonny today. Of all the support and love that I've gotten, his has been the most constant and sincere. He has been around during the roughest parts of this program and still pointed out all the good that has come of it. If you want to start this program, having a supportive partner is right up there with preparation in terms of importance. I could not have gotten this far without his calming voice during the tornado of emotions that have dotted the last 22 (+) days.

Today has been relatively uneventful, and that's kind of awesome. It was another night of very little sleep, so I struggled in the motivation department this morning. I'm fortunate enough to have an opportunity to nap most days. I don't always take it, but today I couldn't resist. And I needed it. Sleep is important, people. It's more important than catching up on dishes or vacuuming the living room or chatting on facebook. Sleep is your partner in health. Respect that relationship. I've recognized that making good health decisions is made a hundred times easier after having had enough sleep. I often receive friendly mockery from my friends as I retire to bed earlier than anyone's grandmother. But I know my child, and I know her sleep habits. I do what I need to in order to get an adequate amount of shut-eye. It's worth it to me.

And I know they still love me.

What I ate:

Breakfast: Egg salad over mixed greens