I wrapped for the second time several days ago and I'm just not getting around to sharing the results. This time around I saw 1.25" gone after 24 hours, another 1" after 48 hours and an additional 1" after 72 hours. The total loss in inches after 3 days = 3.25" Again, I have to give full disclosure in saying that this was in conjunction with eating clean (no processed anything) during the course of these 72 hours.
So as I tally this up, since September 1st after using 2 wraps and eating a healthy diet, I've had a total loss of 5.75". I'm thankful for these numbers to reflect on, because I don't seem to see it in the mirror and though I feel good, I would never guess that 5.75" have been shed from my body. The measurements are evidence that my investment in myself is proving fruitful.
Yes, the scale has moved as well but I'm making an effort not to focus on the numbers I see on the scale. This journey is about loving myself well and focusing on my weight is not conducive to remaining in a posture of love as my motivation. I've tried that before and it has never ended well! I'm depending on grace daily and this is where I want to be. In grace.
Friday, September 12, 2014
Sunday, September 7, 2014
Orange Basil "Julius"
Whenever I use oranges in smoothies I'm reminded of my teen years at the mall with my friends drinking the first "smoothies" we ever had: Orange Julius. So my breakfast smoothie for today is named after those first glimpses of smoothie greatness :)
Orange Basil Julius
1 banana, frozen
2 fresh oranges, peeled
1 handful fresh basil leaves
2 Tbsp raw shelled hemp seeds
1 cup water
Blend and enjoy! It's such a fresh and clean flavor, creamy and cool!
Orange Basil Julius
1 banana, frozen
2 fresh oranges, peeled
1 handful fresh basil leaves
2 Tbsp raw shelled hemp seeds
1 cup water
Blend and enjoy! It's such a fresh and clean flavor, creamy and cool!
Saturday, September 6, 2014
My story and ItWorks!
For years I've neglected myself. There are a number of reasons for
this: rejecting societies definition of beauty, an effort to avoid
vanity, lack of resources, busy-ness and eventually even laziness all
contributed to my behavior.
I didn't want to take the time, waste the money or put forth the effort to pursue beauty and physical health anymore. I didn't feel like it was worth it, but unfortunately this fed a mindset that secretly said that I'm not worth it. The less I did for myself, the less I liked myself. This affects all areas of my life, how much love I can give, how much love I can receive, how I relate to myself, others and even God.
In my first year of ministry school I learned so much about who I am. I am a daughter in the Kingdom of God. I am important and what I believe has an impact on my life. My beauty isn't for my vanity, but rather points to the creator Himself and His nature. For the first time in years, I decided to intentionally love myself. To express on the outside the transformation that was happening on the inside mentally and spiritually.
I started out small. I started playing with color in my hair again. I started wearing makeup again. I started trying to buy clothes with some sense of fashion (though I still struggle in this area - mostly because nothing fits the way I think it's supposed to ;) But it's a process, change can happen over night but this one is taking some time. And I'm choosing to embrace the process of it all.
At the beginning of this month I started a cleanse. I'm eating ridiculously healthy and I feel amazing. I wake up each morning ready for the day. I'm thinking clearly and accomplishing so much work. I'm enjoying the process of getting my body clean.
After many months of curiosity and skepticism, I finally tried my first ItWorks! body wrap. The product is designed to help tighten skin and detoxify the body. They come four to a box and retail around $25 each, though customers have the option of becoming "loyal customers" and receive wholesale prices, earning free shipping after 3 months. Another option is to become a distributer, sell the wraps and other products and get wholesale prices.
I chose the latter. This is quite a bit out of my comfort zone, but I'm very curious about these products and how they fit in to my journey of wholeness. Coupled with eating clean (no refined anything, only whole fresh nutritious foods), my first wrap resulted in 2.5" lost around my mid-section after 72 hrs. The measurement is the sum of three different measurement areas across my belly. I've heard of much more dramatic results, but I'm pleased with my first go at it. They say, "One wrap is a treat, four wraps is a treatment." So I'll continue with the other three in my box, and if I'm brave enough at the end of the month I'll post the results in photos!
I'm excited to continue trying more products from the company and reviewing them here. In the mean time, if you'd like to learn more you can visit my page at:
wholenessrevolution.myitworks.com
I didn't want to take the time, waste the money or put forth the effort to pursue beauty and physical health anymore. I didn't feel like it was worth it, but unfortunately this fed a mindset that secretly said that I'm not worth it. The less I did for myself, the less I liked myself. This affects all areas of my life, how much love I can give, how much love I can receive, how I relate to myself, others and even God.
In my first year of ministry school I learned so much about who I am. I am a daughter in the Kingdom of God. I am important and what I believe has an impact on my life. My beauty isn't for my vanity, but rather points to the creator Himself and His nature. For the first time in years, I decided to intentionally love myself. To express on the outside the transformation that was happening on the inside mentally and spiritually.
I started out small. I started playing with color in my hair again. I started wearing makeup again. I started trying to buy clothes with some sense of fashion (though I still struggle in this area - mostly because nothing fits the way I think it's supposed to ;) But it's a process, change can happen over night but this one is taking some time. And I'm choosing to embrace the process of it all.
At the beginning of this month I started a cleanse. I'm eating ridiculously healthy and I feel amazing. I wake up each morning ready for the day. I'm thinking clearly and accomplishing so much work. I'm enjoying the process of getting my body clean.
After many months of curiosity and skepticism, I finally tried my first ItWorks! body wrap. The product is designed to help tighten skin and detoxify the body. They come four to a box and retail around $25 each, though customers have the option of becoming "loyal customers" and receive wholesale prices, earning free shipping after 3 months. Another option is to become a distributer, sell the wraps and other products and get wholesale prices.
I chose the latter. This is quite a bit out of my comfort zone, but I'm very curious about these products and how they fit in to my journey of wholeness. Coupled with eating clean (no refined anything, only whole fresh nutritious foods), my first wrap resulted in 2.5" lost around my mid-section after 72 hrs. The measurement is the sum of three different measurement areas across my belly. I've heard of much more dramatic results, but I'm pleased with my first go at it. They say, "One wrap is a treat, four wraps is a treatment." So I'll continue with the other three in my box, and if I'm brave enough at the end of the month I'll post the results in photos!
I'm excited to continue trying more products from the company and reviewing them here. In the mean time, if you'd like to learn more you can visit my page at:
wholenessrevolution.myitworks.com
Monday, September 1, 2014
Welcome
Here we go, in the midst of my delightfully full schedule of life, I'm setting aside some time for myself. I'm choosing to get healthy. I tend to feel like I'm quite healthy emotionally and spiritually but have left the physical part at the wayside. There's always room to grow. I believe that body, soul and spirit are interconnected and wholeness is dependent on all aspects being in a state of wellness.
I'll share bits of my life here, but mostly my intentional journey to health. I'm excited to share photos, videos and recipes along with my process and transformation as I go. It won't all be clean and pretty, but it will be real. And I hope to share what I learn along the way with others. So thanks for joining me and feel free to post comments and ask questions.
Blessings!
I'll share bits of my life here, but mostly my intentional journey to health. I'm excited to share photos, videos and recipes along with my process and transformation as I go. It won't all be clean and pretty, but it will be real. And I hope to share what I learn along the way with others. So thanks for joining me and feel free to post comments and ask questions.
Blessings!
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