Okay, so as we head into the last days of Lent, I want to encourage everyone to make an earnest effort to reflect on his/her goals and what they truly meant. Did you stick to everything on your lists, if so, how has it helped in your everyday existence? If not, what have you determined about yourself? Have you altered your view of yourself because of your experiences during this process? What values have you discovered about yourself?
For me, I have stuck to my goal of not eating the flesh of 4-legged animals. I have noticed that I do not feel as sluggish as before and I don't have as many body aches or cramping. I feel like my blood flows more evenly (I know it sounds weird, but that's the best way I can describe it). I have has spontaneous flashes of cravings for Speed Queen or a juicy steak, but they quickly passed and I felt okay afterward. I think that after Lent, I will definitely limit my beef and pork intake, and stick to more of the fruits and vegetables, chicken and turkey.
Now as for my other goal of exercising, I have not had much success. I have pretty much maintained my previous status of little to no exercise, unless you count playing Wii games. What I have learned is that starting a routine or a task is more difficult for me than stopping, especially if I don't have to or am obligated to do it. For example, in high school gym part of the course required doing a certain number of reps of sit-ups, push-ups and jumping jacks at the beginning of class. I was able to stick to that routine because it was required of the class. If, however, it was an optional part, I believe I would not have been as consistent in following the routine.
It's sort of like blogging here. We weren't required to participate, and so, the blog posts were sporadic and at times, unfocused. All in all, though, I really enjoyed this blog and hope we can continue, if not under this specific heading, then under a more general family heading.
Peace, Happiness and Harmony,
Stacey
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