A Progressive Challenge-A different kind of challenge- all levels

Checking in....Day 57 for me. 299 more days to go

 

U r not very far either, just 11 days for u. What is ur goal??

 

Day 2 for me.

I'm super motivated right now simply because I found out that the exams I am preparing for have insane long term consequences in terms of my career choices. It's super scary but if I don't rise to the challenge, I could permanently be stuck in a career I don't end up liking.

 

Day 6. Writing my 10 day plan and my goals for the next 21 days.
5-htp has really helped my mood. Next step consistent bed hours.

 

That’s an awesome idea! I read this, this morning and the first thing I done is start a “weekend Bordem prevention plan” and I’m gonna write in it everyday to be prepared for this weekend, thanks man!

 

You’re going to do great on that exam, just study, make sure you got it down then go in there and kill it! Everyone here’s got confidence in you

“Don’t knock on opportunities door, kick that door down, smile and introduce yourself”

This is one of my favorite quotes, maybe it will motivate you as well.

 

Yeah I done the same! We got this brother!! What exactly is 5-htp??

 

That's great! Preparing is half the battle!
5-htp is a dietary supplement containing a molecule that is the precursor for some of the neurotransmitters (mainly serotonin). The idea is that the body will synthesize a larger amount of neurotransmitter because of the increased number of "perfect building blocks".
I have problems with my digestion and mood, both are symptoms of low serotonin (90-95% of all serotonin is used in the intestines) - or maybe it's because my guts are stressed out and using up all the serotonin, resulting in less available for the brain to regulate mood. It does seem to work though!

 

Starting day one once again, not feeling as groggy as I normally do the day after a relapse but I don’t feel great either, will post again sometime this evening. EVERYONE HANG IN THERE!!

 

Thanks for the challenge. I relapsed recently after a 60 day streak. For now my immediate goal is to reach 7 days.

Today: 4/7

 

Oh okay, I may have to try that! Thanks for the info!

 

We are here for you brother! This is the best thread that I have found on this forum and it’s gonna be an amazing tool for recovery! Everyone believes in you

 

Ok, I think you should investigate the matter yourself and contact your physician before taking a supplement that fucks with your neurotransmitter levels. It's a delicate balance and you don't want to change it unless you feel you have to. I have been cautious about trying it, but last week I had an experience and talked to a proffesional and finally started taking it. I have had an upset stomach for many years. I don't think 5-htp is the final answer for me, but it will tip the scale in my favor until I can reach a more lasting solution: better digestion and healthier guts, by ways of diet and knowledge of allergies/trigger/gut-bacteria and so on.

 

21/30 thank you guys. Very busy today so sorry for not getting back to you individually