Incremental change is a smart route. When we have a habit our brain already has neural pathways established to support our thoughts about it. We travel the same thought/emotion paths over and over almost on autopilot. When we change it is like carving out a new road for the first time. It takes a while before you can travel the path comfortably. It makes sense he would need to ease into it. He's more likely to accept it as the new habit if his brain can build the infrastructure support it needs over time.

We have the same thing going on with feta here. More for me!

I've been spreading my time around a bit more lately. My family takes up the majority of my time each day, but I've needed a mental challenge and I've been working on that. It is helping me to push myself a little and keep things balanced. I'm taking great care not to push too hard because I don't want to induce mania. Essentially, I'm striving to keep things in the Goldilocks zone So far, so good!

I've been doing much better with my fuel choices too. I ate a lot of treats and heavy foods over the holiday and it feels better to be on a lighter path. My body seems grateful.

I do miss being around more. I feel like I'm missing out. I am making sure I pop by enough not to lose touch. You guys are very important to me!