I’m just starting to feel sick right now. Nothing dramatic… just a whisper of it.
Many of us ignore this stage. We push through, finish the workout, answer the emails, and keep the pace. Then we act surprised when the whisper turns into a wall.
Your body is a feedback system. A scratchy throat. Heavy eyes. Low energy. These are not inconveniences. They are data. The afternoon crash might be sleep debt. The sugar craving might be stress. This slight wave of fatigue might be your immune system asking for support.
Clarity sharpens performance, but only if you listen early. Health compounds as well. So does neglect.
Lute’s Challenge: The next time you feel the first hint of “off,” pause for five minutes and ask what your body needs before you override it.
