lmggallagher - Hang in there, Michelle! Unquestionably, we are living in times (and situations) that can feel extremely stressful! I used to suffer from chronic sinus infections, so I can vividly imagine how uncomfortable, unpleasant, and exhausting dealing with that can be; couple that with lack of sleep, and it is no wonder that your "willpower" started to ebb. I hope your respiratory issues can be promptly brought to a satisfactory resolution. Drawing on what Dr. Lisle discusses in The Story of Willpower – What it Is & How it Works, the best way to replenish fading "willpower," would seem to be taking a moment to eat the recommended foods, before turning to the cookies and chips (I know that is easy to say, but can be quite challenging to do). Of course, the most important thing after facing a setback is to get back on track as soon as one is able. Now that you feel like you've returned to more effective coping strategies, maybe it is a good time to take inventory of your "toolbox" and highlight some particular tools to reach for the next time things feel overwhelming. Keep doing the best you can!
Today's drill for those who have not left the State already
Issued: 1:47 AM Oct. 25, 2020 – National Weather Service
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM SUNDAY TO 11 AM PDT
MONDAY...
* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
below 1000 feet. Gusts to 70 mph above 1000 feet.
* WHERE...The entire San Francisco Bay Region.
* WHEN...From 4 PM Sunday to 11 AM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power
lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In addition to fire weather concerns
these winds will have the potential to bring down fire
weakened trees and branches across the region. Any temporary
structures such as tents and scaffolding will be compromised.
This event has the the potential to be as strong or stronger
as winds during the 2017 Wine Country Fires with widespread
potential for damaging winds throughout the Bay Area Sunday
night.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.