Give the entry a purpose
A note is easier to interpret when it distinguishes what you noticed from what you think may explain it. A personal record alone cannot establish a cause.
Write and save deliberately
Write the observable context first, then qualify any explanation. “I felt tired; I also slept late” keeps two observations separate, while “fasting caused tiredness” asserts a conclusion the record cannot establish.
A note may record uncertainty, context, or a change of plan. These are self-reported descriptions, and neither the text nor a mood label establishes a medical result or a cause-and-effect relationship.
Use a concrete example
You can revisit the wording later if new context changes your understanding. Editing a note changes the description without altering the session's timestamps or goal.
| Check | Practical meaning |
|---|---|
| Observation | What you noticed |
| Explanation | An interpretation to qualify |
Read the note in context
Use your journal as a record for reflection, not as proof of a biological effect. If a concern requires health assessment, a timer and a short note cannot provide that assessment.
Fastly is a lifestyle timer and journal. These notes explain the app and offer reflection prompts. They are not medical advice or a prescribed eating schedule.