Okay, so today I decided to get serious about tracking my daily routines, specifically focusing on things that impact me as a woman. I’ve tried this before, but it always fizzles out. This time, I’m determined to make it stick!
Getting Started
First, I grabbed a fresh notebook and a pen I actually like writing with. Sounds silly, but having nice tools makes a difference, you know? I thought about using an app, but I wanted something tangible, something I could physically hold.
Then, I brainstormed a list of things I wanted to keep track of. I started with the basics:
- Sleep: How many hours did I actually get?
- Water Intake: Did I drink enough water throughout the day?
- Meals: What did I eat, and roughly when?
- Exercise: Did I move my body? If so, how?
Adding the “Woman Stuff”
But I wanted to go deeper than just the usual health stuff. I wanted to connect with my cycle and see how it affects my energy, mood, and overall well-being. So I added these:
- Cycle Day: Where am I in my menstrual cycle?
- Mood: How am I feeling emotionally? (Happy, sad, anxious, energetic, etc.)
- Energy Levels: High, medium, or low?
- Cravings: Anything I’m particularly craving?
- Skin: How’s my skin looking? (Clear, breakouts, dry, etc.)
Putting it into Practice
I carried the notebook around with me ALL DAY. It felt a little weird at first, like I was being super self-conscious. But I just jotted things down as they happened. Like, “7:30 AM – Woke up, felt groggy (only 6 hours of sleep!). Drank a glass of water.” Or “Lunch – Salad with chicken. Feeling pretty good!”
In the evening, I took some time to review what I’d written. It was actually really interesting to see it all laid out. For instance, I noticed I had a huge energy dip in the afternoon, right around the time I craved something sweet. Maybe those two are connected? I made the conclusion that the day i was on, I had higher cravings for sweet food.
Making it a Habit
I know that today is good start but the key is consistency. My plan is to keep this up for at least a month and see what patterns emerge. I might even add more categories later on, depending on what feels relevant. I’m hoping this little experiment will help me understand my body better and make more informed choices about my health and well-being. Wish me luck!
