Short and sweet, to date it looks like I have officially lost 8 pounds in 3 weeks. (One day, it was 10, but it varies daily and….it is less about the number and more about the healthy change.) So, what I can report at this juncture, is that eating more live foods is adding my “life” to my life. Although, I’m still learning how to prepare more vegetables, beans, lentils, fruits in ways that I enjoy, which some days is a bit of a challenge, I LOVE HOW I FEEL. Somehow, cutting back on portions, sugar, carbs and adding more vegetables, fruit and water to my daily diet is not only changing my body, it is changing my energy, my mood and my overall sense of well being. Having a regular practice of exercise, yoga, meditation and prayer for many years, is also doing it’s part towards a growing contentment.
Yes, there have been moments, where I was hungry, without having had time to prepare for that moment in advance, nor easy access to something that fit my “Healthy criteria” in the moment so it was temporarily hard. But, I did it. I didn’t choose an unhealthy quick choice, and I did find a replacement option, which happened to be a few almonds and a 1/2 grape fruit. And….I made it through. (I am also okay with whatever choice I end up making as I go forward, knowing that I am on a progressively improved nutrition habit.) The bottom line is, this is working. Wow.
At the beginning of these 12 weeks, with 20 pounds to go and many new habits to form, it felt a little daunting, however I was so ready and committed to doing what it took to get to my goal, that it almost feels too easy that I have formed several new healthy habits in such a short time. 21 days they say, which means, I can officially declare a habit formed, and a continued commitment to maintain them.
Mid-August, I’m planning to facilitate a 12 week program for 5-8 people who would also like to improve their healthy lifestyle, lose weight or be a part of a holistic program to take their health up a notch. Stay tuned in the next couple of weeks for a notice about a free overview to see whether this is a fit for you.
Until then, be well, eat well and think happy thoughts!
