Personal journal update. The sense of pride I have making even these few days, I can’t explain. I don’t understand where the willpower and focus is coming from…but I am tired. Sleep the last 2 nights has been next to nothing. I really need that to sort out or I’ll lose my mind. My brain is so loud at night now and it won’t shut off to let me rest. It’s a different kind of difficult…but I will choose this difficult instead of going back. I just keep telling myself that.
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Huge congratulations on 3 days. 
The first few days are rough and sleep might be a bit of a problem for a few more days as your brain chemistry is rebalancing. Physical activity and meditation might help. Just keep in mind. It’s a phase and sleep will get better! Just keep going! 
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The sleep issue is a big deal in the beginning and I know it’s rough @3eni33. It gets better but it takes a bit of time. Maybe knowing that will help keep you motivated when you are sleep deprived and feeling low. I am sure you have heard it said that “Sometimes the only way out is through.” I used to not be able to go to sleep because of the ruminating thoughts you speak of. I started listening to sleep stories through my meditation app and it has been a game changer.
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Thank you SO much @PinkFirefly 
I ended up trying a sleep playlist and it did nothing so maybe if I switch to spoken word stories like you say, I can focus on that. Definitely worth a try if the sleeplessness keeps going!! Gahhhh, you’re so right, the only way is through…like every 5 mins of my day…must…keep…going!!
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Thank you @Pandita !! When I read your comment, I immediately went out for a walk and moved my body, then tried some jump rope to tire myself out for the day 