A Delicate Detox 

11/27/18 The day before the water fast.

I need to regulate myself. 2018 has been a crazy year. I have gained a job, quit a job, watched my body change during and after pregnancy, watch my baby girl grow, relinquished myself from a toxic relationship, rekindled my old relationships, forgiven myself, and began the path to accomplishing my true career goals. 

I realize that I need to complete something that proves my discipline. For me, deciding to complete the water fast is not only about losing weight. It is a way to detox my body of all negative energy that it has absorbed the past four years: physically, mentally, and spiritually. This is a way for my body, mind, and spirit to be free. I can further focus on my well being and starting anew. 

If this goes well, I will be completing this fast the first week of January as well. Yes, a water fast is exactly what it sounds like. Water only. No food. Not even a cracker. I believe completion of this fast will allow me to focus on what is important around me. It will allow me to explore the depths of my soul rather than tending to everyday superficial tasks. Today, I am loading up on protein as this fast may contribute to a loss of muscle. I am excited and look forward to reflecting on a daily experience over the next week. This fast is about soul searching and discipline.

Day 1 Notes

I start drinking water at 6 this morning.

I work out for 30 minutes today and felt pretty okay.

At about 3 PM, I nap.

Now it's 5 PM. I have a slight headache. Every time I feel a hunger pain and sip some water and take deep breaths.

Today, I have been thinking about how beautiful it is watching my daughter grow. I do feel a sense of accomplishment because I woke up early this morning and got a move on towards my day. I feel important. Now I am just going to continue sipping on water and relaxing until I fall asleep. My goal is to wake up at 6 AM again tomorrow and workout before going about my day again.

Day 2 Notes

Leave me alone.

Day 3 Notes

I Quit. The water fast is not for me. I love and need food. I do not understand how certain Youtubers can go 30 days or 2 weeks or 5 days without food. These Youtubers lied. There a different ways to accomplish what I want without starving myself. I am good. This was a bad idea and I am never going to do this again. For me, there are other ways to reconnect with my religion and sound mind; as well as, detox my body after a Thanksgiving feast.

Now, back to my plant-based diet and smoothies.