Today I am 9 weeks out from my show. It was a recovery day but I felt really tired. One common symptom of Lupus is fatigue and I’m not sure if I felt tired because of Lupus or from inactivity. Either way, I’m glad I had this day to give my body a break because it’s extremely important to rest.

Tomorrow is Sunday, which means a whole new week, a whole new mindset, and a whole new me. Each day tests both my mental and physical abilities. I am learning new things about myself, such as my strengths, my weaknesses, and my body.

For some reason I was exceptionally frustrated today. Like I said, I was tired, but I also became flustered by everything I had to do. Sometimes that happens but the important thing to remember is that it is okay to not be in complete control of your life. And it’s even more important to not let it get to you and stress you out. Especially with Lupus, stress is the ultimate last thing that I need during this prep. Not only can stress make me sick, it just isn’t good for the body, and I want my body to be looking and feeling the best it can be.

Now I am going to get ready for bed. I’ve been lacking a bit on my sleep…only getting around 6 or 7 hours a night. That isn’t bad for some, but for a Lupie, sleep is non-negotiable, plus I have a busy day ahead of me! I’m ready to take on this week as well as the next 9 until the show ❤