Whole Living

Some of you already know that I have been following the body and soul plan(that's what it used to be called) from the Martha Stewart web site. If you are interested in it, go to www.wholeliving.com . This is the Whole Living Body Plan I believe it is called. Anyhow, I should be on week 3, but my weeks are taking about 10 days, just not mastering some of the things I need to do in only 7 days. But, I am still doing it. I have lost about 17 pounds and am feeling better every day. One thing that I have been surprised about is just how much more relaxed I am when I take a little pre-bed time to journal and meditate. It really has been helping me clear my mind. I am using much less medications to get me to sleep. Last night was a rough one, but that is just because I need to get back into the swing of having my hubby home and back in our bed. I really am excited about this "diet" because it really isn't a diet, it is a new chance for me to reinstitute healthy eating and healthy habits back into my life. This is a way of living, not just menu choices, a way of living that I not only can do but am excited about doing. I can't believe how better I feel physically and spiritually. I am really surprised by how disgusting processed food is and I am wondering why I ever thought it was good?!! Sooooo hoping my kids and husband see the positive changes and get on board. I make the healthy food for everyone, but they don't always partake in it. I am learning how to keep cooking just as healthy, but make it more kid friendly. I'll let you know how I do with that challenge. My husband is included in that kid friendly food, he is a big baby when it comes to food. So silly. Well, I'm off to take a walk and clean my yard, just trying to add more moving into my day, in any form I can think of that will not hurt my back or neck. I figure I have to keep pressing it, it is a vicious cycle I am in now. If I exercise, my back hurts, but if I stay overweight, my back will always hurt. I have to lose weight. This will not fix my back, but any relief is better than none at this point. That goes for anyone, but in my case, I am out of other options, I have to find the courage to work thru the discomfort to get to my goal. I know I can do this. I will do this. "No one can change my life but me." ....Carol Burnett