My greying hair is a part of who I am. I have inner peace with that. I believe we have a need to follow our heart and our instincts. We need to look for approval from the inside. It's quite a freeing experience. We should always be able to look in the mirror and love every part of who we see.
If the quote box didn't work it's because I couldn't spend any more time trying it. The above quote is from RawAussieAthlete and I am sorry RAA I have not replied to it as yet.
The first time I read it I guess I was in some sort of denial here about my greying hair. But you know, the longer I thought about it without getting all emotional, the more I realised that what RAA said is just so true. It is part of me, and I actually don't mind the greys. I kind of like them. It's more about what I think other people think- same old thing with most women (and men?) I guess... all that advertising "because you're worth it" and other such gunk messes with our heads.
So, thanks Rawaussieathlete for your words, when they finally sunk in, they were very helpful.
Love the name of your new journal! Harmony. It feels nice when you type it and it sounds nice when you say it out loud. Harmony harmony harmony...
Anyway, thanks for your pm- I've been wanting to reply, but I haven't figured out how yet!!! LOL technology eh!
Sounds like you're really embracing exercise as well! wow- all that in one day. I guess if I tracked myself on any given day I would be doing a lot more exercise than I think. And we have a new doggy (we took on a 2yo miniature poodle on Saturday- he's soooo gorgeous!), so now I have four kids to run around after (2 human, 2 doggy), whew!!
" ... when I was a vego, it felt right, not hard at all. When I was vegan, after a while it also felt right and natural so it was never an effort to stay that way so I want that same comfortable feeling when I eat raw."
This struck a chord with me- it's about taking baby steps, being comfortable and just taking another little step again. This is what I tend to NOT do! So that's what I'm working on right now. Thanks for sharing!
A survivor gulps and splutters, coming up for air only to be pulled under again by the water....
Seriously though, I'm still here, still being "more raw than before", just doing it quietly. I think it's fantastic that you are so close to the 60 days, go Lulu!!!
Hi everyone else too. I've been away, had sick kids, and then I have been totally involved in planning and then beginning on the path to my fantastic New Simple Life-
homegrown food; moving from consumer to conserver; taking up the knitting needles again; enjoying more moments during the day; only going into town to grab bulk supplies; cooking from scratch (for the rest of the family- myself sometimes too); gardening; reading; learning; playing; watching my house become a home; in short, really LIVING!!
Sounds like you're getting A1 advice from these wonderful people on this forum. Isn't it nice!! Your posts take me back to when I was around your age, with an ed of my very own. I know EXACTLY how you feel when you talk about not being able to scream.
The thing is: you can beat it, you can leave your ed in the dirt, you can and you will survive. I told mine to *off when I was engaged to my second husband and about to move in with him. I gave myself a deadline that I would NOT do THAT in his house. Guess what? ed (whom I had had in my head since the age of 12) went running. I have never heard from him again. Nothing like a good stern word eh?
Every time you don't listen to ed and instead give yourself a green smoothie or something nourishing, you are getting stronger- physically and mentally. And when your ed does win, it sounds like you're just acknowledging that fact, without getting too upset and emotional about it, and getting right back on the "horse" Fantastic work Chris, just fantastic!!
I've been "off the air" and off the boat too, for the last few days. Was a little scared to come and post, but it looks like most people here are doing their own bit of swimming.
Hey, you know what? I'd like to bet that nearly everyone here's diet is HEAPS better than before they started this challenge. I know mine is- even with the chocolates that my children AND my mother in law gave me for Mother's day, and the coffee, and the few biscuits, and the white bread that have slipped in there the last few days. My diet is still a lot better than it was. I'm still having my fruity breakfast, my lemon water, my salad for/with lunch, my green smoothie (mostly) in the afternoon, and lots of salad or lightly cooked vegies with/ for dinner, still having a lot more water during the day.
And that is all truly GOOD.
Happy swimming- hope everyone brought towels with them. Will someone get me one please? I'm just about ready to get back on board now- those sharks that took missgiggles are circling.....
Me too. I'm also a recovered bulimic (10 yrs ago), I was an only child, so animals (and barbies ) were my only friends growing up, I had (and still have at times) difficulty with being in society.
The name of your journal reminded me of something that may or may not be helpful to you- once I went to a seminar and we were asked to put imagine ourselves in a box, and notice what sort of box we chose. Some people chose cardboard boxes, some chose wooden boxes, some chose no box at all! I chose a coffin. A big heavy, gunmetal coffin with locks on it. That shows how I felt about myself then. Now, ten years later and with a lot of self discovery under my belt, I choose a pretty colourful striped box with a great big ribbon!
Give yourself love and time through this great process of becoming raw. I wish I'd known about it when I was nineteen!
I replied to your message in the 60 day challenge thread, but just wanted to drop by your journal too. I can only guess what you've been through in the last few weeks, I know how hard it is to leave a relationship- even a bad one, when there is a little child involved. Emotions are just running so high on both sides.
Take in this peaceful period, there will probably be more hurdles later, but for now it sounds like you're really focussing on what you need, good for you.
Kebster, yeah, even the word "Challenge" implies something is really hard doesn't it. Like if you're not up to it, you've failed. When really, all any human wants is to be healthy and happy, and I know I come to this forum looking for friendship, warmth and inspiration (and of course, always find it here, it's a wonderful place). Take care, hope you're feeling better soon.
Lulu- my hands are totally dry too- a mixture of gardening, windy weather and always having my hands in water (like anyone with a very busy young child has) Sounds like you're eating beautifully. The mushies sound yum. Might try some flax- thanks for the tip.
Californiaglee- Enjoy that sunshine!!
Jungle- You sound great. I can just picture you standing out in the country grass, babe in arms, the fresh mountain breeze blowing in your hair, just smiling and letting your healing happen. Thinking of you...
Eve- I'll keep you to that promise you know!
Waterberry- Uni is full-on isn't it. I always try to remember that when you're anxious in an exam (or any stressful situation), the brain just goes into lock-down. It's when you can relax that all that study pays off- it just pops back into your head.
Angefish- I've been searching through my hair since I read your post!!! I can't find any greys changing yet, but you've given me hope girl! My hair is quite grey at the front, always thought mine ran in the family too.
I'm a bit all over the place lately. I'm feeling like I need to focus on nurturing myself and my family more- I've been quite self-focussed lately. Almost obsessive about what food goes into my mouth. There has to be a balance somewhere. Maybe the balance has skipped off somewhere with Waterberry's brain???
Rawgosia- thank you thank you thank you.... When I read your post I said "AH HA!" Of course it makes perfect sense that the body wants proper nutrition to be satisfied. That's what I love about this forum- all these little pearls of wisdom from incredible people.
Raw Sens- Uncomplicated- yes.
Sanghama- Sorry, I've been a bit shy. Yes, I'm not far from the GC gang. I feel a little like I could be on the other side of the world tho, as I can't see a way to tell hubby about my new forum friends or the picnics. Maybe one day I'll feel able to get more involved with the group. Hopefully! BUT that being said... I would LOVE to meet up with you while you're down this way. I'll be waiting for the PM. Have a great retreat- Vipassana is what I do all day, just not very quietly! Oh, and cut the hair already! It's great- although it is weird when I move my head and my hair doesn't move with it!
Today is going ok. I think I'm actually half way through the 60 day challenge, so that's amazing. I let the house run out of fruit, so breakky was a bit thin this morning. And morning tea was even thinner. Made it to the shops tho, and now we're fully stocked again, and lunch was a great big salad with sno-peas and avo. I made myself a cheese sandwich and couldn't stomach it, so there's a change- haven't had cheese for a few days, hoping I've let that one go!
Coffee: well, this one is ok too- I'm at peace with having one per day for now. I had a gs first yesterday in the afternoon and didn't want a coffee after it, so that worked yay.
I'm starting to feel thinner. My tummy was quite pronounced and now (when I suck it in LOL), it's almost flat again, so this tells me that I'm on the right track. My middle is always the first thing to change when I put on/lose any weight. Thighs are always last. urggh.
I come back to the this thread after posting in my own new journal for a couple of days, and look what's happening!
BerryBliss- Hi, hope you're all better now. I think it's curious how you keep going back to day 1. I should probably be on day 1 everyday!! I suppose it just depends on what your goal is- mine is to be mostly raw, yours may be to be 100%raw. If so, you go girl!
Beau- sounds like you're not having an easy time of it- don't you just love it when everyone else eats YOUR salad!! This happens to me daily! I know what it's like to have a depressed relative- it's so hard to let them do their own stuff and get better on their own... hope things look up for you.
Theresa- I hope you can help this boy out, you are doing him a wonderful favour just by being there for him. And don't worry about broken promises- we're all in the same "boat" you know!!
Eve- wish I could crochet!!!!
Lulu- You're doing so well
Angefish- what is EFT? All I could come up with was Electronic Funds Transfer!!! Too funny!!
You poor cold thing!! Hope you have big thick socks on. Oh, and when are you moving to Aus?? I'm in Northern NSW, 30 mins from Byron Bay. Much better than the Gold Coast!!! (sorry Jen, only kidding...)
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