book review: ME/CFS Warrior: A Pain and Symptom Tracking Journal for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS)
A GAME CHANGER
Myalgic encephalomyelitis / chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) can be a real pain in the butt, which is why figuring out potential triggers is so important. Sometimes, we don’t realize what these triggers are until we track our day-to-day activities for an extended period of time.
Are your symptoms linked to certain foods such as gluten? Exercise intensity? Sleep quality? Stress?
That’s where this journal comes in. Designed specifically by someone who suffers from chronic illness, this journal will help you determine your triggers.
A FUN, CREATIVE, AND SIMPLE DESIGN
Beginning of journal:
Your doctor / specialist information (name, address, contact)
Daily medications
Summary sheet
DAILY ENTRIES
First page:
How you’re feeling overall
Your wellness level (1 – 10)
Symptoms to select from such as fatigue, sluggishness, malaise, cold sensitivity, etc.
Your mood
Your energy levels
Your mental clarity
Whether or not you’re feeling sick. If you select yes, you’ll then have 8 common symptoms to choose from, along with an area to write additional symptoms
Second page:
Hours of sleep & sleep quality
Stress levels
Food / drinks
Medication / supplements
Water / caffeine / alcohol intake
Daily exercise / activity
Notes / suspected triggers / improvements
Positivity area to include 1 thing you’re grateful for
Additional note space is available at the back of the journal*
Symptom tracking can be life-changing. Whether you’re looking to better understand your chronic pain or looking for a thoughtful gift for a friend, this journal is for you.
