Hello dear Oxygen,
It sounds to me like a real AHA! moment.
This is a breakthrough on several levels. You have realised you can give yourself permission to do something which makes your life easier. You put yourself first. You went the simple route.
I'd agree you have made a major change. Now don't start beating yourself up about it or mulling it over in your mind . Say thankyou and keep on doing it!
Love and light
Faune