Changes

My life is going to be full of changes in the next few weeks as I prepare to graduate, move home, and start a new job. (Speaking of new job...I was hired today at a place I have had such desire and passion to work!) I have to remember that things always have a way of working out. There is no need to stress over things, especially things too far in the future or over things I can not control. I need to embrace whatever may come and make the most of it.

Reaching out- something new

Today I tried some great new foods that I have never experienced before. I love experimenting with healthy new foods. For the longest time I was reluctant to try new foods, especially fruits and vegetables. My transition to a vegan diet has completely expanded my horizons. I eat such a variety of fruits and veggies and I feel great! I love finding new superfoods that I know gives my body major nutritional kick! So today, I had sweet beets on a salad. The beets were good, I liked the texture. Beets are an unique source of calcium. For dinner, I had, for the first time, rutabaga, celery root, and nutritional yeast. The dish was okay, definitly had potential. Nutritional yeast is great for vegans as it is a great source of protein and B12. Then...for dessert, I had dried mulberries...AMAZING. They are sweet and chewey and delicious! Not to mention the nutritional profile is unreal. Tons of fiber, protein, iron, and calcium...a vegan's dream. Yay, for trying new things. So important! Today I also have been dreaming about opening my vegan, organic cafe in Florida. Its a dream that I think will become a reality.

Connections

I am amazed at how connections can be made in our lives. Explaining exactly what connections are is not easy, but it's like a commonalility, understanding, and energy that runs between two entities that unites them in a unique way. I embrace all the connections that are made in my life as connections bring much meaning to life. The other day I was checking out the Oh She Glos blog which is the first blog I ever followed because I felt such a connection to this person. As I was reading some comments, I came across another blogger whom I felt connected to. I went to her blog and read a few posts, and it was like I wrote her blog. Much of what she was writing about, especially pertaining to trying to stop counting calories and learning to eat intuitively was a reflection of myself. Her comment that now that I am trying to eat intuitively, I feel like I am eating more, which makes me feel the need to work out more. That is great if I have more energy to work out and I am not just doing it as a means to shed excess calories to lose weight. One more comment she made that I completely agree with is that I have to stop comparing myself to others...the amount they work out, how they eat, how they look...I am my own person, I am unique, and I know what is best for me, regardless of what others are doing. Anyway, it was nice to feel this connection and realize there are others out there like me, on the path to embracing life and living intuitively!
On another note, yesterday I realized the importance of listening to my body as far as it needing to relax! After I ate lunch I was wiped, but I felt the need to go for a jog/walk. Well, the jog was awful because I was so full. I realized, after I made myself stop running because it did not feel right, that I should have just relaxed a bit after eating and let my body do its necessary digestion. Then, later, I could have approached running, and my body would have been prepared. You can't run when all the blood is at the site of your stomach digestioning your food! I finally made the connection and will keep this in mind in the future.

Possibilities

Today was an amazing day of witnessing how amazingly life can unfold if you just remain patient, remain positive through difficult times, and are open to new possibilities. Without getting into details, I saw today the power of the spirit, mind, and body in bringing about possibilities at the perfect time and readiness in someone's life. Before I was told of the situation, I was asked if I was religious, as this person had been praying for something. I remarked that I do believe in a higher power, but figuring out exactly where I stand religiously/ spiritually is something I need to devote much time to reflect and think about. Anyway, an event occurred in this man's life at a time that was perfect and incredibly meaningful. I do believe life presents us with opportunities when we are ready for them. I think that difficult times in our lives are just preparing us for these amazing opportunities so that we are ready to seize them when they come. On another note, this evening I was enthralled with the sunset. I could not stop looking at it and wanted to drive to it. I love nature and I do believe this higher power is one with nature all around us. I need to start bringing a camera with me to capture this beautiful moments so I can share them with others. One final thing, diet related, I think I need to stop counting calories. I have tried to stop many times, but I fall back into the habit quite easily, as I have counted calories for at least the past five years of my life, every freaking day. I want to just fuel my body as it needs it! I freaked out today as I went slightly over 2000 calories. I generally think this is too much, but if my body needed it, maybe not. Another thing in my life that I can improve on!

Today and everyday

Good Morning. I guess there needs to be some proactivity in trying to live a life in the moment. Things to keep in mind as I go about my day, embracing it all... look for the positive in all situations, stay focused on the moment, don't get overwhelmed or anxious, be patient in each moment, put things in perspective, live simply, savor good things, don't over think, listen to your body, follow your intuition, connect with others, do good things for others, give your pet some love, smile, sing, stretch, breathe...Have a great day!

Counterintuitive

So, I was thinking last night, after initiating my blog, that what I am doing may seem counterintuitive. I am trying to live life in the moment, soaking in every opportunity for what it is. Yet, when I come to this blog, I will generally be reflecting on experiences from the day. Looking back to what has been experienced is not exactly living in the moment. Upon further thought, however, I realized reflection of experiences is important and being fully in the moment of reflection can bring great revelations, understandings, and lessons. I think by reflecting I am internalizing experiences and from that, I can grow and blossom and hopefully inspire others. Enough with the philosophy, I need to post something fun, and not so serious soon. But as far as reflecting goes, I was reminded again today, how important it is to be in tune with your body! You have to listen to what your body needs, the human body is so smart, and the mind must connect with it to fuel it, rest it, and work it as it needs to be done.

Not a Beginning

As I create this blog today, it's not for a fresh start or for the beginning of something new in my life. Its more like a means to dig deeper into my life, a life that has a meaningful past and, with insight, an even more meaningful future. But, honestly, the past and future mean very little to this moment. I choose not to hold onto anything from the past and not to over think my future. My desire is simply to embrace every moment...Listen to my body, follow my Intuition, Feel connected, and Embrace it all. Why not strive to live my LIFE connected and pure...how beautiful, freeing, inspiring, and meaningful