Confession: I had two cups of black tea yesterday. I know it doesn’t sound like a big deal, but what’s important to note is that it was a completely emotional decision. I didn’t need the caffeine. But I wanted another mug of steamy, creamy, yummy. I suspect that it’s actually the homemade hemp milk that I was craving and not the Irish Breakfast tea leaves. I’ve just validated my motivation for doing a cleansing fast: to uncover and release cravings as well as the emotional component behind them.
Today is my last day of eating solid food before I begin a ten day journey of fasting. It’s my intention to bring some playfulness and fun to this venture rather than seeing it as miserable and intense. This is a gift (albeit a rather unusual one!) I am giving myself for the purpose of greater well-being, vitality, and freedom. Already I am experiencing a sounder sleep after a few days of eliminating processed sugar & decreasing caffeinated teas. And curiously enough, my skin is clearer and I think I’m noticing less puffiness under my eyes first thing in the morning. Great side effects!
I have a stock of about 50 lemons and plenty of maple syrup and cayenne. My Kindle is fully loaded and today I shall fill my iPhone with a wide variety of music. I have a few more raw “brownies” for the mid-afternoon slump (which, hmmmm… didn’t actually happen yesterday. I’m going to enjoy them regardless because I don’t want them around during my fast!) I have enough supplies on hand for a bowl of veggie soup and a green smoothie, plus a few apples and frozen soup for breaking my fast when the time comes. I have yoga class options for tomorrow, and have given myself the liberty to stay at home if that feels more appropriate.
I believe I am fully prepared. I guess I’ll know it that’s really true soon enough!
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