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Why does doing the right thing for our health feel so hard, especially when managing Multiple Sclerosis? The issue usually isn’t lack of information. In fact, most of us feel like we have too much of it. What we’re really missing is consistency.

And consistency is everything. If you want different results in your health, you have to do something different. Not once, but daily. That’s why I use a wellness tracker. It’s a simple, five-minute daily practice that keeps me grounded, accountable, and consistent with the habits that actually move the needle in my health.

In this post, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at what’s on my tracker and why it’s one of the most powerful tools in my healing journey.

Why Is Consistency So Difficult?

Our brains crave routine. They want to do what’s familiar because it uses less energy. But healing from MS often means introducing new habits into every corner of your day—from what you eat, to when you sleep, to how you move. That’s a lot of change, and it brings a lot of decision fatigue.

When I was first diagnosed, I wanted to do everything right. I wanted to overhaul my diet, sleep more, take supplements, and do all the protocols perfectly. But it was overwhelming. I felt defeated even on the days I made good choices because I didn’t make all the right ones. That’s when I realized I didn’t need perfection—I needed progress.

The Breakthrough: A Personal Wellness Tracker

Instead of chasing an impossible version of perfection, I started tracking small, realistic changes each day. These little habits created momentum and helped me build sustainable wellness routines.

My wellness tracker became proof of progress. It helped me see that my efforts were adding up, even when the results were subtle.

What’s Inside My Wellness Tracker

I wanted this to be one page, and take no more than five minutes. Here’s how it’s laid out:

1. Your One Big Goal and Daily Action Step

At the top of the page, I write down the one big goal I’m focused on. Not five. Not three. Just one. Research shows that people who focus on one goal are 85% more likely to succeed. I also write one small step I can take today to get closer to that goal. It makes the process tangible and attainable.

2. Daily Affirmation

This section helps align your mindset with your goal. Choose a statement that acknowledges your current reality while affirming the progress you want. Some examples include:

• I listen to my body and honor its needs
• I am more than my diagnosis
• Every day brings new opportunities for healing

3. Nutrition Check

Simple checkboxes for:

• Leafy greens
• Deeply colored veggies
• Sulfur-rich veggies
• Water
• Supplements

There’s also space to write out meals or notes if that’s helpful to you.

4. Lifestyle Habits

This is where you track:

• Movement: Write down what you did and for how long.
• Self-care: Anything from skincare to rest to a quiet walk.
• Social connection: A text, a call, or a Voxer message all count.
• Elimination: Use the Bristol Stool Chart to circle your number and track consistency.
• Sleep: When you went to bed and when you woke up. Sleep is healing, and this is a great way to connect habits with rest quality.

5. Notes and Favorite Moment

Use this space for anything extra you want to capture, including how you feel, what you want to remember, or your top 3 priorities for the day. Then, jot down your favorite moment. This helps shift your mindset toward gratitude and joy, even on the hard days.

Why This Works

Tracking helps you connect the dots. You’ll start to notice things like:

• Feeling more energized on the days you eat more greens
• Being more regular when you stay on top of your magnesium
• Sleeping better on the nights you reduce screen time

These insights are powerful because they’re personal. They allow you to make informed decisions instead of relying on guesswork.

What To Do With Your Tracker

Fill it out at the time that works best for you—morning, evening, or a mix of both. The goal is not perfection. The goal is awareness. And with awareness comes the ability to create real change.

When you use a wellness tracker daily, it becomes your dashboard for wellness. Not a report card, not a judgment, but a gentle guide that helps you stay aligned with your health goals.

Recap

To bring it all together, here’s what a wellness tracker helps you with:

• Set and track one meaningful goal
• Anchor your day with an empowering affirmation
• Stay consistent with food, hydration, supplements, and movement
• Track emotional and physical health habits like sleep, social connection, and elimination
• Build a mindset of gratitude by capturing favorite moments

This is how I move forward with my health each day. It’s simple, it’s doable, and it’s yours if you want it. You can download a free copy of my personal wellness tracker at alenebrennan.com/tracker.

Want More Encouragement Like This? Tune into this week’s special episode of My MS Podcast:
🎧 My Personal Wellness Tracker
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