I am *really* ready to get better! I am tired of not feeling well! I am so over it. So, when the addition of my first 3 supplements went well, I was excited. I even posted on Thursday that the new additions to my protocol were going well.
Then, on Friday morning, I added a very small dose of my fourth supplement. I immediately became extremely tired and nauseated. It is hard to describe how I felt except to say that my brain was heavy and my ears hurt. I told my husband that I was going down, and I slept for quite a while.
I am used to reactions to new additions to my protocol, but since the first 3 additions went well, and this was a very small dose, I assumed my body would handle it well. I was quickly reminded that my body is struggling, and I need to be patient. (I later found out that one of the ingredients in this fourth supplement may help the brain detoxify from Lyme, parasites, bacteria, heavy metals, mold mycotoxins, chemicals, and viruses if there is an increase in a person’s blood-brain barrier permeability, so that could explain why my brain felt “heavy” and my ears hurt.)
Upon waking from my first nap, I quickly added in even more water to my daily amount, and I started doing some lymphatic draining exercises. Then, I ate lunch, took the next round of supplements, and went back to sleep.
I know this is a marathon and not a sprint. But, some days, I really want it to be a sprint. My oldest friend (since 4th grade) is currently on a difficult health journey herself, and she inspires me on a daily basis to stay in the race.
I am trying to remember to be proud of myself, even, and especially, on the hardest days.
Brutal. Having to be ready for anything every single day. Changing my schedule on a moment’s notice. Having to be patient for 20+ years. Exhaustion on a soul level.
Beautiful. Having a flexible work schedule that allows me to work at odd times. My oldest friend inspiring me on a daily basis. Love and support from those around me. Being proud of myself for where I have been, how far I have come, and that I keep going.
Just another day of . . . This Brutiful Life: The Brutal & Beautiful Moments of My Life.
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