Overcoming mental fog and "monkey mind" through a transformative approach to mental and metabolic health

As I was struggling with my mental health, one of the most frustrating things for me was my inability to focus at work. I was familiar with the concept of "monkey mind" through my meditation practice and tried everything I could to improve my focus—especially on my software engineering tasks.

I practiced meditation, took walks to clear my mind, used a note-taking app to plan my tasks in excruciating detail—but no matter what I did, I could never match my teammates' ability to sit down and completely focus on their work.

Over time, I learned to deliver results mostly through sheer grit and determination. By the end of each week, I was utterly exhausted, and no matter how much time I took off, I never seemed to fully replenish my energy.

I assumed this was my normal state until I read about Dr. Palmer's use of the ketogenic diet to treat metabolic and mental illness (you can learn more at Brain Energy ). I followed him on YouTube and X, and decided to try the diet myself. After all, I had nothing to lose and could always return to my previous, though less-than-optimal, lifestyle.

A few weeks in, I started experiencing something new—consistent energy throughout the day. I lost 22kg, and most importantly, the "monkey mind" that had always plagued me began to quiet down. I was able to focus for long hours without much effort, and my energy felt fully restored after a good night's sleep.

I never expected such a dramatic change at this point in my life, but it feels like I've been given a second chance to contribute to the community, free from the mental fog that always held me back from reaching my full potential.

I hope that by sharing my story, others might find hope and consider trying this approach for themselves. You can find more information at metabolicmind.org , where many doctors and researchers are working hard to bring new therapies for people struggling with metabolic and mental health issues.

I hope this post was helpful, and I wish you the best of luck in your own journey!