Poppy was doing an exercise video in the living room this morning, while I sat in the corner attempting to work on my computer. I found it hard to stay focused on what I was doing because my tics were busily cheering Poppy on:

“Keeping going.”
“Push harder.”
“Feel the burn.”
“Nice move.”

I found this very distracting but Poppy reported that it actually helped with her workout. I’m obviously in the wrong job – I should be developing my talents as a motivational trainer.