Did It Anyway: Day 36

Day 36 of the 7-40 ChallengeThursday, February 5, 2026

Round 1 has been full of ups and downs. More ups than downs. And I’m very grateful for it.

As soon as I finish this post, I’m going to spend a little time in the quiet. Mostly reflecting. Maybe doing a little dreaming about what’s on the horizon.

But for tonight, I think it’s enough to know that all the tasks for the day are done.

I didn’t feel like doing some of them. But I did them anyway.

Running on Mental Fumes
Work has been extremely busy this week. Too much SQL. Too many data issues. Not enough time laughing with my family.

I feel a little bit rundown.

But I get to spend time this weekend with the people who recharge me, and I am really looking forward to it.

Thankfully, my wife is my best friend. Spending time with her always gets me refocused, rested, and ready to go.

That’s exactly what I’m going to do this weekend. And I’m thankful for it.

The Point of the Habits
Here’s what I’m learning on Day 36: Setting the habits in place lets you make progress even when you don’t feel like it.

I didn’t feel like tracking calories today. Did it anyway.

I didn’t feel like going for a walk. Did it anyway.

I didn’t feel like writing this post. Doing it anyway.

That’s not heroic. That’s just the system working.

When you decide what needs to be done BEFORE the day starts, you don’t have to negotiate with yourself when you’re tired. You just do it.

Four more days until Round 1 is complete.
And then Assessment Week, where I get to evaluate, rest, and plan Round 2.

Almost there.