Sleepy but better

I'm tired.  I haven't been sleeping and last night was no different.  That said, when I did wake up (well before dawn) this morning I had a thought ... and that was it's my choice to stay in pain or to change.  I'm not hyper motivated but I do understand (I always did) that it's my responsibility to take the steps necessary to be the person I want to be.  It's up to me.  I think it would be better to be my "best self" if I were actually well rested ... but I need to try anyway and maybe just the act of trying will help me with my sleep.  We'll see.  Lastly, I was around a co-worker today (who is based in a different geographic market but is visiting) and had such positive energy that it really helped me to change my mood.  I was so thankful for that.  I needed that boost (especially at work) and was uplifted by the pure, and quality, energy that just bounced out.  I kinda felt like I could exhale a breath I've been holding in for a long time.  Just a little relief.