First of all, I am getting more sleep at night. Last night I was in bed by 10pm only to be up at 6am this morning, ready to go for a run. Indeed, it is no shock to think of all the toxins I cut out to fully prepare for this cleansing journey. I have been without caffeine, medicine, alcohol, bread, nuts, dairy and basically any food that is not found in the produce section for twenty long days! No, I was eager and mentally prepared for all of that. My body was tired of consuming too much, too often.
The surprise comes when I think about the many healthy habits that moved in place of those unhealthy things. I find myself actually eating my veggies, rather than avoiding them. I find myself reaching for an orange when I want something sweet. I find myself taking a daily multivitamin and finally committing to fish oil and flax seed oil supplements. I find myself drinking a smoothie and feeling full, satisfied and energized. I find myself out walking the dog everyday, attending yoga class regularly and training for my next half marathon!
So, yeah, it's a Saturday night and I'm in bed at 9:30pm. Sure I am craving baked goods and a glass of red wine (possibly together). But I know that tomorrow I will be rested, empowered and ready to tackle the task at hand (Sunday yoga and house painting, anyone?). I want to take this moment to be thankful for this time in life, for all of the challenges and all of the sweetness. It's making me stronger and it's making me smile a lot. I am grateful for this space, for this place and for all of the beauty I encounter on this crazy planet. Thank you world, thank you for this peace. And as my yoga guru says, "The same peace that lies in me, lies within you."
Namaste,
Angela
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