Wow where do I begin? I was never one to blog but instantly in these past two weeks I felt the need to sit at the computer and start writing about the new journey I am on... I created this page probably about 5 years ago and swore up and down I would keep it up... As much as my music means to me and keeping my supporters updated I wasn't the type to do a blog. Any of you who knows me, knows that I hardly even keep up with my social networks. But I made a conscious decision that this would be a task that I complete. So many things are happening in my life good and difficult decisions to make career wise. But lets start here. My weight loss journey. Lets face it I have never been a skinny girl always been the thick chick, big girl, cute face chubby waist...But always carried in such a way where I was confident with who I was. I was comfortable in my own skin because I never tried to be anything other than who I was. I was bought up around caring and loving parents who taught me to love myself and others. Friends who accepted me for who I was and not what I could do for them or for the matter of how I looked. Long story short I accepted me for me, but it wasn't healthy and of course there were times when I was uncomfortable with myself, displeased at how I looked in the mirror. In a country where fast life and fast food is pushed on us I made some pretty poor decisions concerning my health. Lets face it we all have. I've tried all the fad diets, I've tried weight watchers and they worked, but still and all the weight didn't stay off, yes I exercised but still no results like I wanted. THE TRUTH is I wasn't ready to make life changing decisions, I was only willing to do it temporarily therefore I saw temporary results. Last year this time I began to walk/jog in the park. *(God makes no mistakes by the people he places in your life) A group of friends and I started talking about getting healthy and that we did. So i started exercising diligently going to the gym as well... Even tried Insanity and other things just to keep moving but didn't change my eating habits *(I was just simply maintaining my weight, at least I'm not gaining) therefore I was at a standstill. (remember eating habits never changed)
Lets fast forward to Now (about 3 weeks ago) I watched a documentary recommended by my cousin. She simply sent me a link and said if you have 90 minutes please watch this. Well that day changed my life forever... She and I decided to embark on juicing for weight loss, I was psyched like this is going to be easy and it was... "if the body can heal itself on the outside, then why can't it heal on the inside" -rebootwithjoe.com. He was absolutely right.. Most people I tell think that the movie scared me into wanting to lose the weight in all actuality it educated me on all the good things my body was missing (the proper nutrients). We only get one body I figured I need to take care of it the right way.
MY BODY IS A TEMPLE! 1 Corinthians 6:19 9 Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; 20 you were bought at a price.Therefore honor God with your bodies.
With that being said I decided to take my life and my health back!!! And I want to do just that Honor God!
The first 3 days of me juicing wasn't so bad. I didn't crave food but I think because I was so excited about the new journey.. as the days went on I noticed changes in how I was feeling. Not tired waking up, clear mind and more energetic. My overall health was changing. I questioned myself so many times is this my mind playing tricks on me or am I really feeling much better and much lighter on the inside. My first week of juicing I lost 6 lbs and the following week an extra 2 lbs. 8lbs in total. I also added small meals at dinner sometimes just some sauteed veggies or a light meal but no meats (seafood only). But today I am back to juicing completely... Detoxing the body is great I have never felt so good, knowing my body is getting all the nutrients it needs and not wanting for anything.
In a society where we are tempted by food and treats YES it is hard. However, they are just that treats, its okay to have them every now and then and in moderation. We use food for everything celebrations, depression, we always resort to food as an alternative to some type of emotion and that just shouldn't always be the case. We EAT to LIVE, not LIVE to EAT!
I wanted to share my thoughts and part of my journey with the hopes of inspiring others just as I have been inspired... Whether your reading this because you happened to stumble upon it or because someone shared it with you. Or because you are one of my family members, I say this no matter what your journey is, no matter what addiction or habit you are trying to change about your life it all starts with being HONEST with yourself. The first question are you doing this for yourself or to please others? Are you doing this as a temporary quick fix? I can tell you now if your reasoning is for others and a quick fix you will never be successful at achieving long term positive habits for your life. No judgement just my experience...
The hardest part of this for me is that I am always on the road. While I am not able to carry a juicer with me I will make smarter choices than I have in the past. Salads and fruit and definitely water.
LIVE LOVE BE HAPPY AND HEALTHY.... #teamslimdown4life
LOVE YA'LL
DARIA
This is taking me to new heights in my career and in my life. Spiritually, emotionally, and physically I am much better because of this. And I'm ready until next time folks... follow me during this transition... MANY BLESSINGS!
Taking flight in LA
Posing in LA
Me and My Nephew just finished hip hop abs! whew!
Lets fast forward to Now (about 3 weeks ago) I watched a documentary recommended by my cousin. She simply sent me a link and said if you have 90 minutes please watch this. Well that day changed my life forever... She and I decided to embark on juicing for weight loss, I was psyched like this is going to be easy and it was... "if the body can heal itself on the outside, then why can't it heal on the inside" -rebootwithjoe.com. He was absolutely right.. Most people I tell think that the movie scared me into wanting to lose the weight in all actuality it educated me on all the good things my body was missing (the proper nutrients). We only get one body I figured I need to take care of it the right way.
MY BODY IS A TEMPLE! 1 Corinthians 6:19 9 Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; 20 you were bought at a price.Therefore honor God with your bodies.
With that being said I decided to take my life and my health back!!! And I want to do just that Honor God!
The first 3 days of me juicing wasn't so bad. I didn't crave food but I think because I was so excited about the new journey.. as the days went on I noticed changes in how I was feeling. Not tired waking up, clear mind and more energetic. My overall health was changing. I questioned myself so many times is this my mind playing tricks on me or am I really feeling much better and much lighter on the inside. My first week of juicing I lost 6 lbs and the following week an extra 2 lbs. 8lbs in total. I also added small meals at dinner sometimes just some sauteed veggies or a light meal but no meats (seafood only). But today I am back to juicing completely... Detoxing the body is great I have never felt so good, knowing my body is getting all the nutrients it needs and not wanting for anything.
In a society where we are tempted by food and treats YES it is hard. However, they are just that treats, its okay to have them every now and then and in moderation. We use food for everything celebrations, depression, we always resort to food as an alternative to some type of emotion and that just shouldn't always be the case. We EAT to LIVE, not LIVE to EAT!
I wanted to share my thoughts and part of my journey with the hopes of inspiring others just as I have been inspired... Whether your reading this because you happened to stumble upon it or because someone shared it with you. Or because you are one of my family members, I say this no matter what your journey is, no matter what addiction or habit you are trying to change about your life it all starts with being HONEST with yourself. The first question are you doing this for yourself or to please others? Are you doing this as a temporary quick fix? I can tell you now if your reasoning is for others and a quick fix you will never be successful at achieving long term positive habits for your life. No judgement just my experience...
The hardest part of this for me is that I am always on the road. While I am not able to carry a juicer with me I will make smarter choices than I have in the past. Salads and fruit and definitely water.
LIVE LOVE BE HAPPY AND HEALTHY.... #teamslimdown4life
LOVE YA'LL
DARIA
This is taking me to new heights in my career and in my life. Spiritually, emotionally, and physically I am much better because of this. And I'm ready until next time folks... follow me during this transition... MANY BLESSINGS!
Posing!!!!
LETS GO #TEAMSLIMDOWN4LIFE!!!!! LET THE JOURNEY BEGIN!!!!
Daria, I am loving this post you put on your blog. You words spoke volumes of honesty and truth, your words spoke of a journey you embraced for a lifestyle change. TSD4L, continue strong and grow stronger...
ReplyDeleteThis post is the perfect way to begin my Tuesday. It takes a long time for people to understand that dieting is just not the answer; there has to be a shift in overall lifestyle. I'm supporting your journey as well as being inspired by it!
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