Oops, it appears I accidentally deleted the first post...here's to hoping I can rewrite enough to carry my point again.
Today is solstice, so I am having my own personal celebration. No deities, no ceremony, just reflecting on light & dark, makng a hearty winter meal with candles all around as I'm sure apartment management would frown upon a bonfire on the back lot.
Very significant for me this year, as I feel like I am emerging from a dark period in my life. Heading into this new year, I'm more hopeful, balanced and open than I have been in a lng time. I would not exchange that dark phase though, for I am much stronger now and uderstand my self more.
It's only been about month since I feel so re-centered, but I'm enjoying the newfound peace.
Saturday, December 21, 2013
Sunday, December 8, 2013
Day 341 - small victories
Between the fasting, eating better/less often, and working out this past month, I've lost a pant size. Awesomeness!
Monday, December 2, 2013
Day 335 - fasting
For the last 3 weeks, I've been fasting for a day with a friend - well, more like 36 hours, but who's counting. It's been challenging, but I'm enjoying the results. I'm much more aware of what I'm putting into my body, the reactions I have from certain things when I do eat, and decreased cravings for junk I know I shouldn't consume.
I feel like I'm giving my body a chance to recuperate, to clear out toxins and heal itself. This seems like such a lost concept now, that our bodies can heal themselves to certain extents, and that when we do eat, food can be wonderful medicine. I'm not a fan of taking a pill for everything, how every little quirk or flux away from a 'normal' lifestyle is now labeled a disease or medical condition.
I usually feel refreshed the next day, with more energy and a clearer mind. There's a peace that comes too - I've also been meditating to help me be less of an angsty stress ball. In need of a bit more balance in my life, this path feels right for me.
After the holiday last week and poor food/drink choices over the weekend, my body is screaming for a break. No complaints though, it was a wonderful weekend!
I feel like I'm giving my body a chance to recuperate, to clear out toxins and heal itself. This seems like such a lost concept now, that our bodies can heal themselves to certain extents, and that when we do eat, food can be wonderful medicine. I'm not a fan of taking a pill for everything, how every little quirk or flux away from a 'normal' lifestyle is now labeled a disease or medical condition.
I usually feel refreshed the next day, with more energy and a clearer mind. There's a peace that comes too - I've also been meditating to help me be less of an angsty stress ball. In need of a bit more balance in my life, this path feels right for me.
After the holiday last week and poor food/drink choices over the weekend, my body is screaming for a break. No complaints though, it was a wonderful weekend!
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