I recently caught the flu, and in this video I’m sharing my realistic sick day routine—the kind of day where you’re dealing with a fever, migraine, body aches, and honestly just want to stay in bed. I wanted to document what it looks like when I try to take care of myself with very low energy, and how I keep things simple so I don’t burn myself out trying to “recover perfectly.” It’s cozy, slow, and very much a homebody diaries kind of day. I walk you through easy, nutritious meal ideas that don’t require a lot of effort, plus the gentle reminders I lean on when I start feeling guilty for resting. For me, the biggest takeaway is that rest can be intentional—like, you’re not “doing nothing,” you’re giving your body what it needs to heal. And just to be clear: I’m not a medical professional. I’m simply sharing what’s helped me personally, and I hope it brings you a little comfort if you’re going through it too.