“What works for you”
Another discussion and another topic needing to be shared. I was speaking to a friend about health and availability of diets on the market. We discussed pro and cons and what is the best option. It wasn’t until I said “it is best if someone does what is best for themselves without intervention”. Then it got me thinking about the way the world works in waves about different types of fads etc.
I am a foodie and a cookaholic and simply like to experiment, make people happy and this is generally done through food from me. I am furthering my foodie status and delving into more about the theory side to understand more about the body and foods. But my quote really questioned me. Why don’t we listen to ourselves and do what is realistic for us personally? Trying different things yes is totally up to you perhaps from the encouragement from xx or ##. Without any pressure you should follow your gut instinct and work with what works best for you.
This vessel we have been given is so important that we sometimes forget to listen and nurture it. Feed and water it, it will grow. Show it kindness it will love. Teach and train it, it will repeat the process onto others. Balance it, it will keep on going in sync for a lot longer than others plus it may teach others to do the same.
My body for example was abused. Worked 6-7 days a week, 11 months of the year. Drank alcohol…..copious amounts. Fed it whatever was available and on the go. Drank little water, lots of sugary softdrink and cordial. Sleep was available but didn’t always do it. Then I came across some products that supplemented food. Lost weight felt great. Reduced softdrink. More water. Along came 4 babies and 30kgs. And a big wobbly belly. I tried whatever and never stuck to it. Went off the supplement food after baby no.1. I’ll be right……NOT!
So, 2017 rolls on and I remember saying that “I will be losing weight to myself. I will be getting healthier. It is about me”. I said to myself that “I will focus on the food first, get that right, reduce some weight then start the exercising”. 6 months down the track things are good. I take fruit, berry and vege capsules for optimal nutrients, drink 3-4L water a day and stick as close to a GF, DF, RSF, and little processed foods. I still eat some of those food groups but try not to. The proof is in the pudding as I have lost weight. Feeling better and definitely not foggy, energy going great guns, urine clear, not craving sugary shit, or rubbish for that matter, change in taste buds, hair & nails growing like wildfire. Amazing what happens when you do what works for you. I am listening to my body. Creating a nice healthy temple to live with. I have forgiven myself for mistreating it for so long. Now I benefit plentifully. Don’t you want to do that too? I have on the list to start with the next phase in the year of me……I think it will be tough for a little bit until I get used to it again and try my hardest to get some blubber moving! I am pumped but daunted too. Trying to fit it in in an already busy schedule. I always remember that I will always have time to myself so why not mix exercise and personal development? That is the plan anyway.
Without any hard or serious thoughts, question I put forward, “are you worth it?”
My answer is yes. So let’s get you sorted!!
Putting all aside, I just want you to live your life to the healthiest, happiest and greatest it can be. Enjoy the life you have been given or chosen. It is so worth it!!
Thanks for listening to the rambling,
Blessings, Pete x
Peta McIntyre 