I avoided a severe migraine from Thursday to Monday when I was in Phoenix for a wedding. I was extra careful to nap when I needed to (every afternoon!), use caffeine when necessary and take lots of Advil (it was for cramps, but I’m sure it settled my head down too). I’m convinced that the nap is the crucial part of the equation.
The routine was so successful that I have a renewed commitment to get on a schedule. My main goals are to rest, exercise daily, eat wholesome meals regularly, and not stay up too late mucking about on the computer. All of which should ease my migraines. Here’s the schedule I spent the last two hours making:
8:30 – 9:30: Wake up, shower, eat breakfast, 15-minute yoga practice or drive to class
9:30 – 11:00: Walk or yoga class
11:00 – 1:00: Errands and household chores
1:00 – 2:30: Lunch and work
2:30 – 4:00: Relax and nap
4:00 – 5:30: Work
5:30 – 6:30: Make dinner
6:30 – 10:00: Play — eat dinner, spend time with Hart, see friends and maybe some more work (computer off at 10!)
10:00 – 11:00: Get ready for bed, 30 minutes of relaxing yoga, read
I already see flaws. I’d like to spend four solid hours writing for the blog on Mondays. I often have lunch with my friend and yoga teacher after class on Thursdays. Afternoon rest periods usually last two hours. In fact, there’s no way I’ll make it to 2:30 before I need a nap today.
Rigid adherence to the schedule is counterproductive, but I hope to achieve some balance in my days. We’ll see how it goes.